Diente por diente
Pablo Kramsky, a crime reporter for a tabloid newspaper is the victim of a home invasion. A colleague offers him a gun for self-defense, and this leads Kramsky to kill a person when he feels endangered. Kramsky is not brilliant at his job, but when he writes an article about a possible vigilante taking justice into his own hands, he gains the recognition of his superior and the admiration of his coworkers. Thus, Kramsky repeats the formula, committing crimes and writing about them, creating a crime fighting national hero.
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Plot Summary
A retired police detective, haunted by a past case involving the disappearance of a young girl, is drawn back into the shadows when he becomes convinced her case is connected to a new string of disturbing events. As he delves deeper, he confronts his own demons and the murky underworld of corruption and desperation that blurs the lines between justice and revenge.
Critical Reception
Miguel Cohan's 'Diente por diente' received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Luis Machín. While some critics found its narrative pacing occasionally slow, others lauded its gritty realism and exploration of dark themes within the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark and brooding atmosphere.
- Luis Machín delivers a compelling and intense performance.
- The film's exploration of guilt and obsession is a strong thematic element.
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Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Diente por diente,' translates to 'An eye for an eye,' reflecting its themes of retribution and justice.
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