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Rosario Tijeras (2005)
Good movie, but could have been a bit better
Just saw this movie in Buga, Colombia. Not being a native speaker it was a bit hard for me to understand all the dialogues - especially the street slang of the hired killers. In my opinion Unax Ugalde did a very good acting job, but then again I didn't notice his poor paisa accent. The first part really was excellent. I loved the way the movie jumped back and forward in time, which added greatly to the suspension. It's a pity that the movie seemed to loose some of its direction in the second half. Still a memorable picture, and hopefully it'll get the international distribution it deserves. Does anybody know if there's a release planned in Europe or elsewhere?
Zero Day (2002)
Movie for the stomach
Saw this movie at the Rotterdam IFF. You may question some decisions of the maker - like choosing a mockumentary form for such a sensitive and horrible subject - but this movie sure hits you in the gut. Especially the last scenes were almost painful to watch. Hope it gets the distribution it deserves.
Rosa la China (2002)
Too much or too little
Saw this movie at the Rotterdam IFF. It was nicely made and entertaining, but didn't manage to convince me (or the rest of the audience). As a straight drama is was too simple and exaggerated, and as a parody is wasn't overdone enough. Marvelous use of colours, though.