Contato
Contato

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Contato

2020
Movie
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Portuguese

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Daniel BenmayorGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A skilled hacker and activist known only as 'El Profesor' orchestrates a series of elaborate heists, targeting powerful corporations and corrupt officials. As he evades capture, he becomes entangled with a determined detective who is equally brilliant and relentless in her pursuit. The film follows their cat-and-mouse game as the stakes escalate and the true motives behind the heists begin to surface.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Contato' received a mixed to positive reception. Reviewers often praised its fast-paced action, intricate plot, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Mario Casas. However, some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable or overly complex in places, with a few noting that the film relied heavily on common heist thriller tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling action sequences and intricate heist planning.

  • Applauded for strong performances, especially from the lead actor.

  • Some found the plot convoluted and derivative of other heist films.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Contato' appears to be generally positive, with viewers enjoying the suspenseful plot and action-packed scenes. The film's clever twists and turns were frequently highlighted as engaging elements.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a limited series before being redeveloped into a feature film.

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