Simon of the Desert (1965)

Name: Simon of the Desert
Released: 1965

Simon, a deeply religious man living in the 4th century, wants to be nearer to God so he climbs a column. The Devil wants him come down to Earth and is trying to seduce him.

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

What to watch after Simon of the Desert

That Obscure Object of Desire (1977) — Same feel: satirical, philosophical
The Phantom of Liberty (1974) — Same feel: satirical, irreverent
The Exterminating Angel (1962) — Luis Buñuel directed both
The Holy Mountain (1973)
The Saragossa Manuscript (1965) — Same feel: philosophical, thought-provoking
Macario (1960) — Same subject: devil