Que Dios nos perdone

It's so good to watch a good film with policemen, some thriller and of course the bad guys, but this time it's in an European city, Madrid. Quite better than LA, NY or the rest of exhausted American cities.

The couple of actors are superb, especially the tough Alfaro, played by Roberto Álamo. Antonio de la Torre plays the partner, Velarde, a strange character that makes the game more interesting.

Of course the movie is full of topics or even scenes that remind some other similar films, but it's difficult to do otherwise, because the subject has been repeatedly used as script.

There are huge differences but it come to my mind a few times the film Seven. I know that this film is in all the list about the greatest films, but for this reason it's normal that all films about the subject drink a bit from it.

Another quality movie from Spain. It's not often I watch Spanish movies but it seems every time I do it's a good one. Same with Que Dios Nos Perdone. In it's own style it is a good movie about a sadistic serial killer. The hunt for the killer takes you on a ride full of suspense with some excellent acting from the whole cast. Antonio de la Torre as the stuttering inspector Velardes is definitely worth watching. Excellent job from Antonio de la Torre. The movie contains some graphic images from violent scenes, what makes the intensity of the movie even better. The guessing on who is the murderer will keep you interested for almost the entire movie and that's a good thing. Revealing the identity of a murderer too soon is most of the time not a good idea in this kind of movies and here the timing was perfect. Definitely worth a watch.

I was positive surprise. I had some Hitchcock moments. Good acting, shocking pictures, good work of location scouts and above all a great ending.

Ok, so...

Here I am, a Dutch guy living in Portugal watching a Spanish movie with English subtitles...

From the start, I am in love with what this movie shows. (In)compatible characters, working together to find out what the hell is going on. Knowing Roberto Álamo from the Fugitiva series I was intrigued by the character.

And yes... It is there. No spoilers, no analysis ... Just watch it.

This is a Spanish production (original title: "Que Dios Nos Perdone"), directed by Rodrigo Sorogoyen ("The Realm", "Stockholm") and starring two great Spanish actors, Antonio de la Torre ("The Fury of a Patient Man", "Marshland"), and Roberto Álamo ("The Skin I Live In", "Bajo Sospecha") who are both outstanding in their respective roles as two homicide investigators who are dealing with a nasty case of a series of brutal rapes, committed in Madrid. The victims are all elderly, defenseless women, a fact that makes the crime even more gruesome and appalling. You should bear in mind that this is not a film for the faint of heart and in many parts, the audience may feel disturbed, not because of graphic, brutal scenes but mainly due to the movie's overall mood that exudes darkness and pessimism. In many parts, "May God Save Us" brought to my mind the popular "True Detective'' television series, especially in terms of characterization and atmosphere, and this is, of course, is meant as a compliment. Spain remains a solid choice when it comes to quality crime productions, both on silver screen and television. If you enjoyed "Marshland" and "Contratiempo" you should definitely check this one out. It deserves a compact five-star rating.