May God Save Us
May God Save Us

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May God Save Us

2016
Movie
127 min
Spanish

Madrid, summer 2011. Economic crisis. 15-M movement and 1.5 million pilgrims waiting for the Pope’s arrival live side by side in a Madrid that’s hotter and more chaotic than ever. In this context, detectives Velarde and Alfaro must find what seems to be a serial killer. Their against-the-clock hunt will make them realise something they’d never imagined: neither of them are so very different from the killer.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Rodrigo SorogoyenGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Madrid, during the summer of 2011 when the Indignados movement was at its peak, two police officers, the veteran and cynical Sergeant best known as 'El Capitán' and the rookie Corporal, are tasked with investigating a series of brutal murders. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they find themselves confronting not only the disturbing nature of the crimes but also the unsettling parallels between the violence they are uncovering and the social unrest gripping the city. The case becomes increasingly complex, revealing dark secrets about human nature and the society they serve.

Critical Reception

May God Save Us received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its intense atmosphere, compelling performances, and unflinching portrayal of violence and societal decay. Critics lauded director Rodrigo Sorogoyen's confident handling of the material and the film's ability to blend a gripping police procedural with a potent social commentary. It was considered one of the standout Spanish films of its year.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its taut suspense and unsettling realism.

  • Lauded for the powerful performances of its lead actors.

  • Noted for its bleak yet relevant social commentary intertwined with the crime narrative.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor (Antonio de la Torre) and Best Supporting Actor (Luis Tosar) at the Goya Awards. Won Best Film and Best Director at the Feroz Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'May God Save Us,' is a direct quote from a message left by one of the murderers at a crime scene.

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