Malamadre: You're a real jerk, Calzones. You know that, right?

Juan: I do my best.

‘Cell 211’ – Spanish prison thriller on Hulu

Cell 211 (2009), a volatile thriller from Spain about a young guard trapped in the midst of a prison riot, is already being looked by Hollywood for remake potential. Make a point of seeing the superb original, which is visceral and intelligent, with layers of political complexities (both national and internal) and personal complications, and a touchy buddy story at the center.

Alberto Ammann…

The 2015 Spanish Film Festival

It’s increasingly rare to see Spanish language films get a release in Oz cinemas, which is a crying shame considering the quality and diversity of films produced. Thankfully the Spanish Film Festival rolls around each year to showcase the best of contemporary cinema from Spain and South America.

Now in it’s 18th year, the Spanish Film Festival screens at Palace cinemas in Melbourne, Sydney,…