Bruc: The Manhunt
Bruc: The Manhunt

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Bruc: The Manhunt

2010
Movie
95 min
Catalan

Spain, 1808. The Napoleonic Army suffers its first defeat at the hands of a single man: a drummer boy who used the Montserrat mountains to echo his drums and send the enemy troops into a panicked retreat. When the news reaches Napoleon, he furiously orders the captain of the Imperial Guard to bring back the head of the young hero responsible for his army's defeat…

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Daniel EceolazaGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A young man named Bruc lives a quiet life in a small town, but his past comes back to haunt him when a former associate seeks revenge. Bruc is forced to confront his violent history and protect his family, leading to a brutal manhunt. He must rely on his wits and survival skills to outsmart his pursuers and ensure his own survival.

Critical Reception

Bruc: The Manhunt received mixed to negative reviews. While some critics acknowledged its attempts at gritty action and suspense, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The film struggled to find a wide audience, with its low budget and straightforward narrative contributing to its limited impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intentions to deliver a tense thriller.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and uninspired direction.

  • Found to be a low-budget action film with limited appeal.

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Fun Fact

The film was primarily shot in Argentina, utilizing its distinct landscapes to enhance the manhunt atmosphere.

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Andres Gomez

Andres Gomez

Interesting hollywood style movie set in Spain during the Napoleón invasion. The cast is not bad, specially Juan José Ballesta and Astrid Bergés-Frisbey but some parts of the story, dialogues and, mainly, changes of stage and camera heli...