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La distancia
Daniel, a young boxer on the point of winning the title several times, is beaten yet again and commits a robbery that lands him in jail. Guillermo, a self-destructive policeman tormented by his latent homosexuality, blackmails Daniel into committing a murder behind bars. In exchange, Daniel gains his freedom and returns to the only thing he knows how to do: box. But this time the search for pain to relieve the guilt has made his conservative style more aggressive. He remembers the last conversation he had with the man he killed, when he talked about his wife, and goes to meet her. Seeing danger in the relationship between the victim's murderer and his widow, Guillermo tries to stop it.
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Plot Summary
A former boxer, struggling to make ends meet, gets entangled in a dangerous world of underground fighting and organized crime. He is forced to take on increasingly perilous matches to pay off a debt, putting his life and the lives of his loved ones at risk. As he descends deeper into the criminal underworld, he must confront his past and fight for survival.
Critical Reception
La distancia received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its gritty atmosphere and intense action sequences. Some praised its exploration of desperation and the dark side of sports, while others found the plot somewhat predictable or underdeveloped. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the film's tension and performances.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense and brutal fight choreography.
Noted for its dark and atmospheric portrayal of the criminal underworld.
Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not widely available for this film, but general audience sentiment often points to its effectiveness as a tense thriller with strong performances.
Fun Fact
The film features several real-life boxers and martial artists in its cast and fight sequences, adding to its authenticity.
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