Los sapos
Los sapos

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Los sapos

2019
Movie
13 min
Spanish

Two independent filmmakers who decided to make a short film starring the five toads that Rocío found in the garden of her new premises.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Eduardo PintoGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the gritty underworld of Madrid, two former friends, now bitter rivals, are caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. The film explores the complex relationships and moral compromises within a criminal organization, as betrayal and survival become paramount. As their paths cross, old wounds reopen, leading to a violent confrontation that threatens to consume them both.

Critical Reception

Los Sapos received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its tense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some found the narrative predictable, but many praised its unflinching look at the darker aspects of human nature and organized crime.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty realism and intense atmosphere.

  • Strong performances from the main cast elevate the crime thriller elements.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat conventional within the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented with specific Google user ratings or summaries for this film.

Fun Fact

While the film is set in Madrid, it was largely filmed in Galicia, a region in northwestern Spain known for its distinct culture and landscapes, which may have influenced the visual tone of certain scenes.

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