Volver – Pedro Almodóvar – Character Study: Sole

Volver – Pedro Almodóvar – Character Study: Sole

A detailed resource written in Spanish exploring the character of Sole in Volver.

The resource examines Sole’s apparently secondary but structurally important role, showing how Almodóvar uses her to explore loneliness, independence, superstition, female solidarity and the gradual reconstruction of family relationships.

Key features:

• Exploration of Sole as a mediator between Irene and Raimunda, Madrid and La Mancha, and the present and the past
• Analysis of the significance of her full name, Soledad, and its relationship with loneliness, companionship and self-sufficiency
• Examination of Sole’s relationship with Irene, including fear, superstition, affection, acceptance and reconciliation
• Analysis of her domestic hair salon as a symbol of economic independence, informal work, secrecy, refuge and female community
• Comparison of Sole and Raimunda as contrasting forms of female strength and resilience
• Activities in Spanish to reinforce and practise character analysis, including extended writing and a comprehensive answer key