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Hoy no se fía, mañana sí
Madrid, 1953. Gilda is a young orphan who difficultly survives in a ruined, post-civil war Spain. Opportunistic, ambitious and ruthless, she dreams of becoming a radio speaker and wants to get an official union card, a requisite for the job. She doesn't hesitate in joining an ultra-catholic fraternity and to become a police informant. But the suicide in prison of her aunt, a militant Republican, threatens to ruin her plans. She has only one solution left : to use her charms.
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Plot Summary
A young man named El Niño, caught in a web of petty crime, dreams of a better life but finds himself entangled with dangerous figures. He tries to break free from his criminal past and aspirations, but the harsh realities of his environment make escape incredibly difficult. His desperation leads him to take on increasingly risky jobs, pushing him further into a spiral of violence and despair.
Critical Reception
This Spanish crime thriller was noted for its gritty realism and intense atmosphere, though some found its narrative bleak. It gained a cult following for its raw portrayal of urban underclass struggles and its lead performance.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw and unflinching portrayal of poverty and crime.
Acknowledged for its tense atmosphere and compelling performances.
Criticized by some for its dark and somber tone.
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Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Hoy no se fía, mañana sí' (Today we don't trust, tomorrow yes), is a common phrase found on signs in Spanish shops, often implying a temporary credit refusal.
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