@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
John J. is a seasoned hit man sent on a job to Argentina. When the General he's sent to kill delays his return to the country, John passes the time with Manuela, a beautiful dancer who becomes his teacher and guide into Argentina's sensual world of the tango.
Quick Stats
5.5
TMDB Rating
51
Votes
1h 54m
Runtime
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Budget
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Box Office
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Key Crew
DirectorRobert Duvall
WriterRobert Duvall
CinematographyFélix "Chango" Monti
ComposerRoberto Cappannelli
EditorStephen Mack
Production DesignStefania Cella
Produced by
United ArtistsAmerican ZoetropeButcher's Run Films
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
Robert Duvall
John J. Anderson
Rubén Blades
Miguel
Kathy Baker
Maggie
Luciana Pedraza
Manuela
James Keane
Whitey
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Natalia Lobo
The Prostitute
A
Alejandra Radano
M
María Nieves Rego
Julio Oscar Mechoso
Orlando
Frank Gio
Jo Jo
Michael Corrente
Policía
R
Raúl Outeda
Tony Manas
G
Géraldine Rojas
Pirucha
E
Elvio Nessier
General Humberto Rojas
G
Gregory Dayton
