Andres Gomez
Interesting and fresh movie with good cast. Really remarkable the performance by Néstor Guzzini. The dramatic part is really good and the staging of the comedy is nice but it fails to be really funny when it needs to be.
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Mr. Kaplan
2014
Movie
98 min
Spanish
Jacob Kaplan lives an ordinary life in Uruguay. Like many of his other Jewish friends, Jacob fled Europe for South America because of World War II. But now turning 76, he is grumpy and in need of adventure. An unexpected opportunity to achieve greatness comes in the form of a quiet, elderly German, who Mr Kaplan believes to be a runaway Nazi. Determined to capture this Nazi, as Eichmann was captured before him, Mr Kaplan surprises everyone when he takes up this challenge.
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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Tze Chun•Genres: Comedy, Drama
Plot Summary
In Cuba, a lonely, elderly man named Jorge Kaplan learns that his name is on a list of people supposedly targeted for assassination. Believing the list to be real, he embarks on a quest to find the supposed assassins, taking his loyal dog with him. Along the way, he enlists the help of a young boy who becomes his unlikely companion.
Critical Reception
Mr. Kaplan received a generally positive reception, with critics praising its unique premise, charming performances, and poignant exploration of aging and loneliness. Some found the pacing to be a bit slow at times, but the overall sentiment was that it was a well-crafted and touching film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its quirky and heartwarming story.
Applauded for strong performances, particularly from the lead.
Noted for its touching portrayal of themes like aging and finding purpose.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely in Cuba, offering a rare glimpse into the country's landscapes and culture.
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