Kóblic
Kóblic

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Kóblic

2016
Movie
92 min
Spanish

Colonia Helena, Argentina. The mysterious Tomás Kóblic, a former Navy pilot, works as a fumigator while dealing with his dark past and the intrigues of the corrupt police commissioner…

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IMDb6.3/10
Google Users72%
Director: Sebastián BorenszteinGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Argentine Navy pilot, Tomás Kóblic, is living in hiding after participating in the illegal flights of abducted people during the last military dictatorship. He decides to return to his hometown to protect his family and confront his past. However, his presence reignites old conflicts and forces him to face the consequences of his actions.

Critical Reception

Kóblic received mixed to positive reviews, with praise directed at Ricardo Darín's performance and the film's tension. Some critics found the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally predictable, but it was generally considered a compelling exploration of guilt and redemption within a dark historical context.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong central performance.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat derivative of other thriller tropes.

  • Effectively uses its historical backdrop to create a compelling character study.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's thriller elements and the dramatic performance by Ricardo Darín. Some viewers noted that while the story was engaging, it could have benefited from a more original plot.

Fun Fact

The film's setting in the Patagonia region of Argentina was chosen to emphasize the isolation and starkness of the protagonist's hidden life.

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