Directed by Rodrigo Moreno, Los delincuentes is an original heist and heist film that, among other things, was presented at the recent Cannes Film Festival in the Un Certain Regard section. Very well received by the French press, this week’s feature film has an average of 4.1 out of 5 (on AlloCiné, for 20 reviews).
What is it about?
Roman and Moran, two unassuming bank employees from Buenos Aires, are trapped in routine. Moran comes up with a crazy plan: steal their living wage from the safe. Now the culprits, their fates are intertwined. Throughout their runs and encounters, each takes a new path to freedom in their own way.
What does the press think?
According to Le Journal du Dimanche:
“Los delincuentes begins as a simple spoof film before turning into a funny, bushy and bucolic story that surprisingly, with its twists and anarchist accents, reflects the guidelines, meaning of life and freedom of our modern societies.” (Baptist Theon) 5/5
According to South West:
“Inventive, imaginative, free. Rodrigo Moreno invents his space-time and weaves a comedy based on a philosophical tale, a tale by Borges.” (Julien Rousset) 5/5
According to Télérama:
“Beyond the tragicomic critique of the system of alienation, an invitation to the sweetness of life.” (Marie Sauvion) 5/5
According to La Croix:
“A film that relies on cinematic sources to reinvent its form and offer a story rich in sequences and surprises.” (Celine Rudden) 4/5
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According to Liberation:
“A broad and vivid film about the desire for freedom and the means to achieve it.” (Elisabeth Franck-Dumas) 4/5
According to the Prime Minister:
“Thanks to its long length, Moreno takes the time to flesh out his poignant story, tying in twists and turns and imposing a burlesque flavor reminiscent of a Coen Brothers movie. Joy.” (Johann Haddad) 4/5
According to Ouest France:
“A catchy ode to freedom.” (Pascal Vergero) 4/5
According to aVoir-aLire.com:
“If the tragi-comic style, which could be a vulgar thriller, is very interesting, the length of the film borders on complacency.” (Laurent Cambon) 3/5
Source: Allocine
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