Desire, passion, family, and identity are among Almodóvar's most prevalent subjects in his films.
His films are marked by melodrama, irreverent humour, bold colour, glossy décor, quotations from popular culture, and complex narratives. Pedro Almodóvar Caballero ( Spanish pronunciation: (often known simply as Almodóvar) born 25 September 1949) is a Spanish film director, screenwriter, producer, and former actor.