Barrio 13
Barrio 13

Movie spotlight

Barrio 13

2000
Movie
90 min
Spanish

Beginning and ending with the endless promises of Mexican politicians, Barrio 13 is a film based on the daily life of many Mexicans and Central Americans who struggle with the current realities: poverty, despair, misery and political betrayal.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users78%
Director: Pierre MorelGenres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a dystopian 2010 Paris, the dangerous District B13 is a walled-off ghetto where crime runs rampant. When a nuclear bomb is smuggled into the area, a tough-as-nails cop, Damien, must go undercover with a local resident, Leito, to infiltrate the district and disarm the bomb before it's too late.

Critical Reception

District B13 was generally well-received by critics and audiences, particularly for its innovative action sequences and parkour stunts. While some critics found the plot predictable, the film's energy and visual style were often praised.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its groundbreaking parkour choreography and high-octane action.

  • Acknowledged for its unique visual style and energetic pacing.

  • Criticized by some for a derivative or simplistic plot.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's intense action sequences and the impressive physical performances, especially the parkour. Some viewers found the story to be somewhat formulaic but were still entertained by the sheer spectacle and adrenaline-fueled execution.

Fun Fact

The film heavily features the sport of parkour, with many of the stunts performed by its co-creator, David Belle, and his team.

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