El Principe
An Intelligence Agent is sent to El Principe, on the border with Morocco, to investigate a possible police collaboration with a terrorist cell but finds unexpected love in the least suitable person: a drug baron's sister.
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Plot Summary
A humble man from a small town, named 'El Príncipe', unexpectedly inherits a fortune and a sprawling estate from a distant relative he never knew. He moves to the city with his family, attempting to adapt to a life of luxury and high society, which proves to be more complicated and humorous than anticipated. Along the way, he navigates new relationships, old prejudices, and his own sense of identity amidst the opulent and often absurd world he now inhabits.
Critical Reception
El Príncipe was generally well-received by critics and audiences in Argentina, praised for its humor, performances, and its lighthearted yet insightful commentary on class and social mobility. The film struck a balance between comedy and drama, offering a relatable story with a touch of satire.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its charming lead performance and witty dialogue.
- Appreciated for its gentle satire on social climbing and the absurdities of wealth.
- Felt by some to be a bit too predictable in its narrative arc.
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Fun Fact
The film was one of the highest-grossing Argentine films of 2016 in its domestic release.
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