Torrente 3: El protector (2005)

The horrendous spanish detective becomes a bodyward in his new third adventure.

Director:

Santiago Segura

Writer:

Santiago Segura

Stars:

Santiago Segura, José Mota, Javier Gutiérrez

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Santiago Segura	...	Torrente
José Mota	...	Josito
Javier Gutiérrez	...	Juan Francisco (as Javi Gutiérrez)
Carlos Latre	...	Pepito
Tony Leblanc	...	Tío Mauricio / Abuela
Eduardo García	...	Torrente niño
Yvonne Sciò	...	Giannina
Silvia Gambino	...	Vanessa
Ruth Zanon	...	Fiorella (as Ruth Zanón)
Fabio Testi	...	Montellini Roures
Enrique Villén	...	Salas
Luis Larrodera	...	Menéndez (as Luis Roderas)
Martin Czehmester	...	Coloso (as Martín Czhesmester)
Nicolás Rodríguez-Villar	...	El de la máscara
Fernando Sáez	...	Geo 1 (as Fernando Saez 'Tito')

Storyline

The horrendous spanish detective becomes a bodyward in his new third adventure.

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Plot Keywords:

sequel | third part | female nudity | topless female nudity | sex scene | 

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Taglines:

Pensaban que sólo era un imbécil... acertaron (They thought he was just a moron... they were right)

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Genres:

Comedy | Crime

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Certificate:

Unrated

Did You Know?

Trivia

The first and only live appearance of El Fary in a Torrente film. Torrente is a die-hard fan of El Fary.

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Goofs

(at around 1h) When Vanessa and Josito are about to steal her father's car, Vanessa's lips don't match the words when she says she doesn't have the keys.

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Quotes

[subtitled version]
[first lines]
Locutor informativo: [TV news bulletin] The popular Euro deputy, Giannina Ricci, will be back in Spain next week. After her tour of Europe closing factories that posed and environmental threat, she will continue with her investigations at the International Ecological Forum now being held in Madrid, presenting a detailed report on illegal activities carried out by various companies, including the multinational Petronosa. Her radical defense of environmental laws has won her many ...

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Connections

References S.W.A.T. (1975)

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Soundtracks

Ana Palangana
Written by José A. García Gallo and Jorge Santagueda
Performed by Pedro Caldero
Courtesy of Vale Music
Teddysound, SL
Produced by Vale Music Spain SL, directed by Ten Productions

User Reviews

How can anything this wrong be so right?

Same review applies to the entire series of the first four Torrente films--they are very similar in concept and execution, and I binge- watched them all because I liked them so much. I think that this is real love it or hate it stuff, and God I love it.

I'm guessing 7 out of 10 people won't appreciate this material at all, while the other 3 who are a bit twisted like me won't be able to get enough. It helps to have some knowledge of European culture and politics, but it's not essential--a well-honed appreciation of outstanding low-brow humor is sorely needed though.

Yes, all the films are Spanish subtitled in English, but in very easy to read yellow lettering so it's no big deal at all. Most women I'm guessing will be turned off by these flicks. It's best to watch them in order.

They play like the work of some deranged, Spanish genius, love-child of Mad Magazine and National Lampoon hopped-up on steroids, testosterone, tons of junk food, pornography, and some ungodly mix of alcohol and illegal drugs. These satires are rude, crude, lewd, insensitive, offensive, amoral, sexist, racist, homophobic, grossly politically incorrect and hilarious (with likely no socially redeeming value). What more could you ask for?

If this kind of material doesn't appeal to you, steer clear; otherwise, bon appetit. As for me, all I can say is, "Please, Sir, I want some more." (I've just noticed that number 5 has been made, and I'm dying to see it.)

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

Spain

Language:

Spanish Italian Catalan English

Release Date:

30 September 2005 (Spain)

Also Known As:

Torente 3: Zaštitnik

Filming Locations:

Buenos Aires, Federal District, Argentina

Box Office

Budget:

EUR8,000,000 (estimated)

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$21,779,366

Company Credits

Production Co:

Amiguetes Entertainment, Antena 3 Televisión, Instituto de la Cinematografía y de las Artes Audiovisuales (ICAA)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

91 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1