El caso de las envenenadas de Valencia
El caso de las envenenadas de Valencia

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El caso de las envenenadas de Valencia

1985
Movie
61 min
Spanish

Valencia, 1955. A down-on-her-luck spinster poisons her friend and employers out of envy.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: José Antonio de la LomaGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Valencia, a series of mysterious deaths plague the upper echelons of society. A detective is called in to investigate these seemingly unrelated poisonings that are targeting wealthy women. As the investigation deepens, a complex web of greed, betrayal, and hidden motives begins to unravel, pointing towards a calculated killer operating within the city's elite circles.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception upon its release, with critics often citing its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its attempt at a classic giallo-inspired mystery, others found it to be a formulaic and uninspired thriller. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its niche appeal limiting its widespread impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a confusing narrative that detracts from its potential as a mystery.

  • Characters are largely one-dimensional, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the story.

  • Despite a promising premise, the execution falls short of delivering a compelling thriller.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available. General audience reception indicated disappointment with the plot's coherence and character development.

Fun Fact

The film is often cited as an example of the Spanish 'cine quinqui' genre, which typically focused on the lives of marginalized youth, though this film diverges with its crime mystery theme.

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