600 Miles
600 Miles

600 Miles

2015Movie85 minSpanish

Arnulfo Rubio smuggles weapons from Arizona to Mexico for a drug cartel, but he is being investigated by agent Harris. When agent Harris blows his covers, he and Arnulfo end up in a journey where he will be the hostage of this young criminal.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic77/100
Google Users80%
Director: Gabriel RipsteinGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man working for a cartel is tasked with transporting a stolen arsenal of weapons across the border. He soon finds himself in the crosshairs of a relentless DEA agent determined to stop him. The journey becomes a dangerous game of cat and mouse as the protagonist navigates treacherous territory and escalating violence. He must confront his own role in the cycle of crime and survival.

Critical Reception

600 Miles received critical acclaim for its tense atmosphere, compelling performances, and unflinching look at the drug war. Critics praised its minimalist approach and its ability to generate suspense without resorting to excessive action. The film was particularly lauded for its realistic portrayal of the cartel underworld and the psychological toll it takes on those involved.

What Reviewers Say

  • A gripping and taut thriller that effectively captures the dangers of the drug trade.
  • Praised for its minimalist style and intense atmosphere.
  • Tim Roth's performance as the DEA agent is a standout element.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be intense, suspenseful, and well-acted, with many appreciating its realistic portrayal of the border drug war. Some viewers noted that the slow-burn pacing might not appeal to everyone, but the overall sentiment was highly positive.

Awards & Accolades

Won the award for Best Film in the Orizzonti competition at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival. Nominated for the Golden Bear at the 65th Berlin International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Gabriel Ripstein based the film on a real-life event where a young man was caught transporting illegal weapons across the U.S.-Mexico border.

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r96sk

r96sk

I enjoyed it. <em>'600 Miles'</em> is fairly simple and doesn't trailblaze anything new, yet for what it is I found entertainment in it. Tim Roth is good and Kristyan Ferrer is solid, I liked seeing them two in a road trip setting. The f...