Ladrones
Ladrones

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Ladrones

2015
Movie
98 min
Spanish

Alejandro Toledo comes out of his retirement from crime to help a community reclaim land stolen from them by a beautiful but ruthless businesswoman and her clan.

Insights

IMDb4.3/10
Director: Joe MenendezGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A former convict and a celebrated detective form an unlikely alliance to take down a corrupt businessman who is using a charity as a front for his illegal activities. They assemble a team of specialized thieves to infiltrate the businessman's fortress and recover the stolen funds before they disappear forever. The mission is fraught with danger, deception, and unexpected twists.

Critical Reception

Ladrones received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, primarily criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on action tropes rather than character development or originality. While some appreciated the star power and some of the comedic moments, the film generally failed to impress.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Action sequences are present but lack innovation.

  • Relies heavily on the charisma of its leads, which isn't enough to salvage the weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's execution, finding it to be a forgettable action-comedy.

Fun Fact

The film features a significant ensemble cast of Latin American stars, aiming to capitalize on their combined appeal in Spanish-speaking markets.

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