Collector
Collector

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Collector

2011
Movie
139 min
Malayalam

District collector Avinash is hell-bent on banishing all the evil practices carried out by the local goons in Kochi. He is opposed by corrupt officials who support the illegal activities of the thugs.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Marjane SatrapiGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Buenos Aires, a lonely accountant named Rosendo Fuentes dedicates his life to meticulous and calculated embezzlement, carefully orchestrating his crimes to avoid detection. However, his carefully constructed world begins to unravel when he falls for a captivating woman who pulls him into a dangerous game. As his obsession grows, Rosendo finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, risking everything he has meticulously planned.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews, with critics often praising Gael García Bernal's performance and the film's stylish direction but finding the plot somewhat predictable and lacking in emotional depth. It was noted for its dark and suspenseful atmosphere, though some felt it didn't fully capitalize on its promising premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Gael García Bernal delivers a compelling performance as a meticulous criminal.

  • The film features a stylish and atmospheric presentation.

  • The plot, while engaging, can feel somewhat predictable to genre fans.

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Fun Fact

Director Marjane Satrapi, best known for her graphic novel 'Persepolis' and its film adaptation, took on a more crime-thriller genre with 'Collector', marking a departure from her previous, more personal works.

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