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7 Virgins
It is summertime in a blue-collar, marginal district of a city in the South of Spain. Tano, a teenager currently serving a sentence in a juvenile reform center, is given a 48-hour leave to attend his brother’s wedding.
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Plot Summary
Tasso, a young man from a rough neighborhood, has been sentenced to community service for a violent act. He is assigned to help clean up an old abandoned house. While working there, he stumbles upon a hidden stash of erotic photos and a diary detailing the sexual exploits of a former resident. His curiosity gets the better of him, and he becomes increasingly obsessed with uncovering the secrets of the past, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.
Critical Reception
7 Virgins received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its raw intensity and the compelling performances of its lead actors, particularly Juan José Ballesta. Some noted its gritty realism and exploration of adolescent sexuality and frustration, though a few found the narrative somewhat bleak.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense and realistic portrayal of youth.
The performances, especially from the lead, are a significant strength.
Some found the film's dark themes and subject matter challenging.
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Awards & Accolades
Won awards at the Gijón International Film Festival and the Málaga Spanish Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film's exploration of raw adolescent sexuality and the often harsh realities of growing up in marginalized communities was a significant talking point upon its release.
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