

Todo por el ascenso
Nestor is extremely superstitious. This year, his team plays the ascent in Mendoza and prepares to travel with Rafa, his friend. But Fabian appears, a mufa. The ascent is in danger, unless they can prevent Fabian from reaching the stadium.
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Plot Summary
A struggling, fictional football club from a small town in Spain is on the brink of extinction. In a desperate attempt to save the club and its vital stadium, the eccentric mayor devises a ridiculous plan: they must win the national amateur football championship. This unlikely quest brings together a motley crew of misfits and uninspired players, facing absurd challenges and hilarious mishaps on their journey to achieve the impossible.
Critical Reception
Todo por el ascenso received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who generally found its humor to be predictable and its plot lacking originality. Audiences were somewhat more forgiving, with many appreciating the lighthearted and feel-good nature of the film, despite its comedic shortcomings.
What Reviewers Say
- The film attempts a familiar underdog sports comedy narrative but often falls flat.
- Humor is frequently based on slapstick and stereotypical characters, leading to uneven laughs.
- Despite its flaws, some viewers enjoyed the feel-good message and ensemble cast's efforts.
Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a fun, lighthearted, and entertaining comedy, especially appreciating the chemistry between the main actors and the uplifting story of an underdog team. Some mentioned that while not groundbreaking, it provided a good laugh and a pleasant viewing experience.
Fun Fact
The film satirizes the often-absurd lengths communities go to in order to save their local football clubs, a sentiment deeply resonant in many parts of Spain.
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