Luis Buñuel

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A Spanish film director known for making strange movies that feel like dreams

proper noun
/luˈis bʊˈnʊɛl/

: Luis Buñuel

Luis Buñuel is best known for directing the surrealist classic "Un Chien Andalou."

Examples

Film students often study the work of Luis Buñuel for its groundbreaking use of symbolism.
In the 1960s, Luis Buñuel directed several iconic films.
The influence of Luis Buñuel can be seen in the works of modern filmmakers.
Did Luis Buñuel inspire many modern filmmakers?
Luis Buñuel is celebrated for his innovative film "The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie."
Many regard Luis Buñuel as a master of surreal cinema for his unique storytelling.
Students often analyze the impact of Luis Buñuel on the evolution of cinematic techniques.

Surface Forms

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Morphology

Luis + Buñuel

This is a referential proper name for a specific person; knowing the constituent name parts 'Luis' and 'Buñuel' does not let a B1 learner derive that the expression names a Spanish film director. Proper nouns are arbitrary labels rather than compositional phrases, so the meaning is not predictable from the parts.

Etymology

Luis Buñuel became famous for making films that feel like strange, dream-like stories. One famous example is the opening of 'Un Chien Andalou', which shows a shocking image that surprised audiences, and that's why his name is linked to 'surreal' or dream-like movies today.