Carancho
Carancho

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Carancho

2010
Movie
107 min
Spanish

Sosa is a lawyer who haunts hospital waiting rooms hoping to represent the victims of traffic accidents in insurance claims. When he falls in love with ambulance medic Luján, he tries to leave this dark business but the shady law firm that he works for won’t let him off that easily.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users88%
Director: Pablo TraperoGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former lawyer, now working as an ambulance chaser and insurance investigator, gets entangled in a dangerous web of crime and corruption. He falls for a paramedic, only to discover she has a dark past connected to a powerful figure. Their relationship becomes a race against time as they try to survive the brutal reality of their world.

Critical Reception

Carancho was widely praised by critics for its intense atmosphere, compelling performances, and unflinching look at corruption in Argentina. It was noted for its gritty realism and suspenseful narrative, solidifying Trapero's reputation as a significant voice in contemporary cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping narrative and suspenseful execution.

  • Lauded for the strong performances, particularly from Ricardo Darín.

  • Commended for its unflinching portrayal of crime and corruption.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's intense thriller elements and the powerful acting. The realistic depiction of crime and its societal impact resonated well with viewers.

Awards & Accolades

Screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival. Won Best Actor for Ricardo Darín at the San Sebastian International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Carancho,' refers to a type of bird of prey common in South America, often associated with scavenging, which symbolically reflects the characters' desperate actions.

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