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The 33
2015 120 min United States of America PG-13 16+
★6.4
Drama, History
Director: Patricia Riggen
📖 Based on the novel
«Deep Down Dark: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine, and the Miracle That Set Them Free»
byHéctor Tobar
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Description
Based on the true story of the collapse of a mine in San Jose, Chile—that left 33 miners isolated underground for 69 days.
Budget:
$25M
US Gross:
$12.23M
Worldwide:
$27.97M
Starring
Antonio Banderas
Actor
Rodrigo Santoro
Actor
Juliette Binoche
Actor
Awards
8 wins & 7 nominations total
Key opinion
The 33 is widely regarded as a sincere, humanistic portrayal of the 2010 Chilean mining disaster that succeeds as an emotional tribute to the survivors. While critics appreciate the film's heartfelt approach and strong performances, some find the narrative depth lacking and the storytelling too conventional for such a high-stakes event.
| Acting | Antonio Banderas delivers a compelling performance that anchors the film and provides a focal point for the miners' struggle. | |
| Emotion | The film succeeds in fostering a sense of emotional immersion, effectively highlighting themes of human resilience and the collective kinship of the survivors. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is criticized for failing to provide sufficient character depth, often reducing the miners to scripted victims rather than fully realized individuals. | |
| Pacing | The pacing is viewed as inconsistent, with a smooth, engaging first act that loses momentum and tension as the narrative progresses. | |
| Originality | Opinions on the narrative's originality are divided; some praise the fresh perspective on the rescue's media and political backdrop, while others feel it offers a superficial, flat retelling of well-known events. |