El sekuestro
El sekuestro

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El sekuestro

1997
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Spanish

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Emilio Martínez LázaroGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A comedic crime film where a series of misunderstandings and botched plans lead a group of inept criminals to attempt a kidnapping. The targets of their scheme are an eccentric wealthy woman and her equally peculiar lawyer. The situation quickly spirals out of control as the amateur kidnappers struggle to manage their captives and their own chaotic objectives.

Critical Reception

El secuestro received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its attempt at a lighthearted crime caper and the performances of its comedic cast, particularly Antonio Resines and Javier Cámara. However, some found the plot predictable and the humor occasionally uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ensemble cast and comedic timing.

  • Some critics noted a lack of originality in the plot.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted take on the crime genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for El secuestro is not widely documented through specific Google user reviews, but general sentiment indicates appreciation for its comedic elements and the actors' efforts.

Fun Fact

The film features early appearances by both Javier Cámara and Carlos Latre, who would later become very prominent figures in Spanish television comedy.

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