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new Carmen (2003) is a Spanish-language film directed by Vicente Aranda, starring Paz Vega as the fiery Carmen and Leonardo Sbaraglia as the soldier José, based on Prosper Mérimée's novella, not the opera. The story follows the tragic romance between the free-spirited Carmen and the disciplined soldier José, detailing his descent into obsession, jealousy, and crime as he abandons his military life for her, culminating in a fatal confrontation. The film is known for its faithfulness to the original book, its stylish visuals, and Paz Vega's performance.