El Perro Molina
El Perro Molina

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El Perro Molina

2014
Movie
88 min
Spanish

Antonio Molina is a criminal in decline that tries to regain the respect for friendship and commitment, at any cost.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Eduardo WilliamsGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows Mateo, a young man struggling to find his place in the world, as he drifts through various jobs and relationships. Set against the backdrop of Buenos Aires, it explores themes of alienation, identity, and the search for meaning in a contemporary urban landscape. Mateo's journey is one of introspection and quiet observation.

Critical Reception

El Perro Molina received a generally positive reception from critics, who praised its raw realism and nuanced portrayal of youth alienation. While not a mainstream hit, it garnered attention in independent film circles for its distinctive visual style and contemplative narrative. Audience reception was more mixed, with some appreciating its art-house sensibility and others finding it slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of youthful ennui and urban detachment.

  • Appreciated for its minimalist aesthetic and observational style.

  • Some found the pacing to be too slow and the narrative lacking in conventional plot development.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their summary is not readily available for this independent film.

Awards & Accolades

Selected for various international film festivals, including FIDMarseille.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Eduardo Williams, also worked on the editing for the acclaimed Argentine film 'The Distant Barking of Dogs'.

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