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Celda 211

  • 2009
  • 16
  • 1h 53m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
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Luis Tosar in Celda 211 (2009)
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The story of two men on different sides of a prison riot -- the inmate leading the rebellion and the young guard trapped in the revolt, who poses as a prisoner in a desperate attempt to surv... Read allThe story of two men on different sides of a prison riot -- the inmate leading the rebellion and the young guard trapped in the revolt, who poses as a prisoner in a desperate attempt to survive the ordeal.The story of two men on different sides of a prison riot -- the inmate leading the rebellion and the young guard trapped in the revolt, who poses as a prisoner in a desperate attempt to survive the ordeal.

  • Director
    • Daniel Monzón
  • Writers
    • Jorge Guerricaechevarría
    • Daniel Monzón
    • Francisco Pérez Gandul
  • Stars
    • Luis Tosar
    • Alberto Ammann
    • Antonio Resines
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    70K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Daniel Monzón
    • Writers
      • Jorge Guerricaechevarría
      • Daniel Monzón
      • Francisco Pérez Gandul
    • Stars
      • Luis Tosar
      • Alberto Ammann
      • Antonio Resines
    • 76User reviews
    • 124Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 44 wins & 28 nominations

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    Luis Tosar
    Luis Tosar
    • Malamadre
    Alberto Ammann
    Alberto Ammann
    • Juan Oliver
    Antonio Resines
    Antonio Resines
    • José Utrilla
    Manuel Morón
    Manuel Morón
    • Ernesto Almansa
    Carlos Bardem
    Carlos Bardem
    • Apache
    Marta Etura
    Marta Etura
    • Elena
    Luis Zahera
    Luis Zahera
    • Releches
    Fernando Soto
    Fernando Soto
    • Armando Nieto
    Vicente Romero
    Vicente Romero
    • Tachuela
    Manolo Solo
    Manolo Solo
    • Director cárcel
    Patxi Bisquert
    Patxi Bisquert
    • Jon Arteaga 'Potolo'
    Josean Bengoetxea
    Josean Bengoetxea
    • Antxon Elorza 'El Profesor'
    Anartz Zuazua
    Anartz Zuazua
    • Asier Urruticoechea 'El Txiqui'
    Miguel Martín
    • Pincho
    Félix Cubero
    Félix Cubero
    • Germán
    David Selvas
    David Selvas
    • Ernesto Dueñas
    Ricardo de Barreiro
    • Julián
    Antonio Durán 'Morris'
    Antonio Durán 'Morris'
    • Borrego
    • Director
      • Daniel Monzón
    • Writers
      • Jorge Guerricaechevarría
      • Daniel Monzón
      • Francisco Pérez Gandul
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    • Trivia
      The movie is dedicated to Luis Ángel Puente, a fireman of the city of Zamora (Spain) where the film is located. He participated in the film and died rescuing two boys in the Duero river shortly after.
    • Goofs
      When the minister is heading to the prison, the car he is driven in is shown as an Audi A6 (1997) from the front, when arriving to the prison the car is shown from behind, but this is an Audi A8 (2005) model.
    • Quotes

      Malamadre: So the guards beat you up your first day. You must have pissed them off.

      Juan Oliver: I do my best.

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    7/10
    Violent and riveting prison movie with outstanding performances and fine direction
    Tense and intriguing Spanish thriller mostly located into a prison with exception some flashbacks about private life of protagonist (Alberto Ammann) along with his wife (Marta Etura) . Good film that shows realism and truth without falling into the clichés of the genre . This powerful and very well directed prison movie contains thought-provoking drama , thrills , chills , suspenseful and lots of violence . With an excellent cast , including sensational acting from the magnificent starring Alberto Ammann as a prisoner in a desperate attempt to survive the ordeal , suffering an emotional brutalization who causes an explosion of violence and of course a perfect Luis Tosar who steals the show as tough and violent Malamadre . The tale of two men on different sides of a prison riot , the prisoner nicknamed Malamadre (Luis Tosar) leading the rebellion and the young warden caught in the revolt named Juan Oliver (Ammann), who poses as an inmate in a desperate attempt to survive the violent events . The first day when Juan begins working on his new job as a prison warden , is caught in a prison riot . He then decides to impersonate another prisoner to save his life and to end the revolt . Later on , terrible deeds happen and fury and revenge emerge . As Juan trapped in a world that does not belong and forgotten his fateful fate , erupts into an explosion of self-defensive violence showed on some breathtaking scenes .

    This exciting picture results to be an intense thriller that packs tension , straightforward intrigue , sober drama, and lots of violence . The film contains thrills and chills and is quite entertaining because being a laborious and intriguing suspense tale full of twists and turns . In the picture there are violence , drama , tension and a little bit of action in the final confrontation . The story contains a statement about inmate's mistreating , despair , betrayal and a strong criticism of the ruling class, unable to control a dangerous situation . Most part of the movie takes place into four walls of the jail involving and executing the preparatives of strict conditions demanded by the inmates . Highlighting the newcomer actor Alberto Ammann , giving a lesson in how he is able to withstand the weight of the flick and stand up to a great actor like Luis Tosar , making a memorable work as dreaded Malamadre , without falling into the prison movie clichés . Furthermore , an excellent support cast as the nasty informer Carlos Bardem (Juan Bardem's brother) and Antonio Resines as sadist and corrupt warden who uses unthinkable brutality . This is a perfectly realized and superbly crafted film .

    Interesting and thrilling screenplay by Jorge Guerricaechevarria (Eloy De Iglesia's usual screenwriter) though full of offensive stereotypes and not faithful to deeds . Appropriate cinematography by Carlos Gusi (Torrente, Box 507) who photographs splendidly the cold interiors from Zamora prison . Adequate and atmospheric musical score by Roque Baños (Fragiles, Machinist, Sexy beast, 800 bullets). The motion picture was stunningly directed by Daniel Monzon , a former cinema reviewer , he undertakes a skill and fascinating filmmaking with some sensationalist touch though is also intensely manipulative against prison guards ; this is his main big success . He previously directed fantasy (Heart of warrior) , comedy (Biggest robbery never told) and suspense (The Kovak box). Rating : Good , better than average. The film will appeal to prison genre buffs and Luis Tosar fans.
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    • Release date
      • November 4, 2010 (Netherlands)
    • Countries of origin
      • Spain
      • France
    • Official site
      • Official (Spain)
    • Languages
      • Spanish
      • Basque
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Cell 211
    • Filming locations
      • Zamora, Castilla y León, Spain
    • Production companies
      • Canal+ España
      • Canal+
      • La Fabrique 2
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    • Budget
      • €3,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $19,305,314
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 53 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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