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To Steal from a Thief
Cien años de perdón
2016 96 min Argentina, France, Spain R 18+
★6.4
Crime, Thriller
Director: Daniel Calparsoro
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Description
Valencia, Spain. On a rainy morning, six armed men in disguise assault a bank. But what seemed like an easy heist, quickly goes wrong with nothing unfolding as planned, and mistrust quickly builds between the two leaders of the gang.
Budget:
$6.7M
Worldwide:
$9.07M
Starring
Luis Tosar
Actor
Rodrigo de la Serna
Actor
Raúl Arévalo
Actor
Awards
Goya Awards 2017
— Best Debut
Goya Awards 2017
— Best Screenplay
Key opinion
Cien años de perdón is widely regarded as a lackluster thriller that fails to capitalize on its high-stakes premise. While the film attempts to blend heist mechanics with political intrigue, it is undermined by weak writing and unconvincing character dynamics.
| Screenplay | The screenplay is poorly developed, relying on predictable plot devices and forced melodrama rather than meaningful conflict. | |
| Acting | The performances are unpersuasive, with reviewers noting that even a strong cast cannot elevate the weak character material provided. | |
| Score | The score effectively builds tension despite the film's other structural flaws. | |
| Editing | Opinions on the technical execution are mixed, with criticisms ranging from vague editing and poor visual effects to praise for the logical integration of crime-scene details. |