The Critic

Nan
1h 20m
2022
6.4 /10 (8)

Overview

A portrait of film critic Carlos Boyero, one of the most followed and feared figures in Spanish cinema, surrounded by controversy and both love and hate.

Country : Spain
Languages : Español
Released Date: 2022-09-16

Top Billed Cast

Carlos Boyero

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Álex de la Iglesia

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Enrique López Lavigne

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Carles Francino

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Jesús Ruiz Mantilla

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Pedro Vallín

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Domingo Corral

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Nuria Vidal

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Marta Medina

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Beatriz Martínez Gómez

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Pepa Blanes

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Antonio de la Torre

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Nacho Vigalondo

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Antonio Hernández

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Fernando Trueba

Self

Antonio Resines

Self

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