Tag Archives: Spanish mainstream cinema

Leticia Brédice & Dolores Fonzi in “Plata Quemada” [2000 Argentina, Uruguay, Spain]

Marcelo Piñeyro is one of the important and exciting Argentinian directors contributing to the recent film ‘renaissance’ in his country. He has also made a habit of making award-winning films, and the crime drama “Plata Quemada” [Eng. Title: Burnt Money] … Continue reading

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Flora Martínez & co in “Canciones de Amor en Lolita’s Club” [2007 Spain]

When it comes to a Vicente Aranda film, one knows what to expect – his uninhibited characters indulge in different kinds of passion-play despite knowing their consequences. His drama “Canciones de Amor en Lolita’s Club” [Eng. Trans: Love Songs in … Continue reading

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Susana Falcone in “Los Paranoicos” [2008 Argentina]

Argentinian director Gabriel Medina’s excellent debut feature “Los Paranoicos” [Eng. Title: The Paranoids] is a subdued romantic comedy about a shy and sensitive, aspiring screenwriter conquering the little demons that are holding him back. Luciano makes a living performing in … Continue reading

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Ivonne Montero & co in “Asesino en Serio” [2002 Mexico, Spain]

Antonio Urrutia’s outrageous comedy “Asesino en Serio” [Eng. Titles: Serious Killer, I Murder Seriously] is one of those deliciously tacky films you’ll love to have in your collection. I had reviewed this several years ago, but this a reappraisal from … Continue reading

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Carolina Bang & co in “La Daga de Rasputín” [2011, Spain]

I’ve known Jesús Bonilla only as an actor, but looks like he’s now advanced into film making too, and not for the better in my view. His recent film, “La Daga de Rasputín” [Eng. Title: The Dagger of Rasputin] is … Continue reading

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