Just for Today
Just for Today

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Just for Today

2001
Movie
100 min
Spanish

The film is about the stories of Ailí, Morón, Equis, Fer and Toro. They live together in Buenos Aires. It shows the intimacy of every day situations combining like a puzzle fragments of the five characters during five days of the week. Each one go through different situations that ends in an unique scene about the desires and limitations of our lives.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Daniel R. AlperGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A disillusioned former Marine, haunted by his past, finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of crime and corruption. He must confront his inner demons and fight for survival as he navigates a treacherous path filled with betrayal and violence. The film explores themes of redemption and the consequences of one's choices.

Critical Reception

Just for Today received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its plot predictable and its performances uneven. While some appreciated the attempt at a gritty crime drama, it was largely overshadowed by more compelling films in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a weak script and underdeveloped characters.

  • Michael Dudikoff's performance is a highlight, but not enough to save the movie.

  • Lacks the depth and excitement of a truly engaging crime drama.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Just for Today' is not widely documented, but available commentary suggests a generally unenthusiastic response, with viewers finding the movie unremarkable and forgettable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Los Angeles, California.

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