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Small Crime
Leonidas, a young, ambitious police officer, is assigned to a remote island in the Aegean Sea. He dreams of solving important crimes, but there are few to be found in the sleepy beach community where he is left to such menial chores. Each day at the town café, Leonidas and the other locals watch the beautiful Angeliki, the small islands most famous daughter, as she hosts a popular talk show on national TV. These daily rituals are shattered when the island experiences what appears to be an actual crime-the island drunk, Zacharias, is found dead at the base of a cliff. Eager to do some sleuthing, Leonidas soon finds clues that tie the victim to Angeliki, who returns to the island and joins the investigation.
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Plot Summary
Paco is a recently released convict struggling to reintegrate into society and find a new path. He attempts to go straight, but his past actions and the people he encounters threaten to pull him back into the criminal underworld. He grapples with the consequences of his choices and the challenges of building a new life on the outside.
Critical Reception
Small Crime was generally well-received by critics, who praised its gritty realism and strong performances, particularly from Javier disappeara. The film was noted for its bleak but compelling portrayal of life after incarceration and the difficulties of rehabilitation. Audience reception was positive, appreciating its suspenseful narrative and thematic depth.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its realistic depiction of the struggles faced by ex-convicts.
Javier disappeara's performance as the protagonist was a standout element.
The film effectively builds tension and explores themes of redemption and consequence.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden Biznaga at the Málaga Spanish Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Manuel Martín Cuenca, also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from real-life situations and experiences of former inmates.
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