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The Realm

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In Spain, a politician's extravagant lifestyle, financed by bribes and kickbacks, puts his entire party in jeopardy.
The Realm

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Critics Consensus

A gripping political thriller led by Antonio de la Torre's solid central performance, The Candidate demands -- and rewards -- the audience's rapt attention.

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Leslie Felperin Guardian 08/01/2019
3/5
This is one of those rare films that starts as a slog but grows progressively more engrossing as it develops. Go to Full Review David Stratton The Australian 05/17/2019
4/5
Gradually, as Manuel works with increasing intensity to secure the evidence he needs against his former colleagues, the film - directed by Rodrigo Sorogoyen - casts its spell. Go to Full Review Sandra Hall Sydney Morning Herald 05/16/2019
4/5
The script, by the director and his regular collaborator Isabel Pena, makes no concessions when it comes to the complexities of the storyline... You do have to keep your wits about you, but that's part of the fun. Go to Full Review Eddie Harrison film-authority.com 05/06/2024
4/5
…for anyone looking for smart, modern political cinema, The Candidate gets the job done… Go to Full Review Steven Sheehan The Digital Fix 02/06/2020
6/10
Non-Spanish speaking viewers will have no problem relating, although the thriller aspect of the film eventually undermines its lofty ambitions. Go to Full Review Katie Hogan VultureHound 02/03/2020
3/5
With the charismatic Antonio de la Torre at Manu, driving the film through the low life politicians living the high life, the film is saved from too confusing a plot. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Fernando B 09/17/2024 Antonio nunca decepciona. Una historia que realmente podría estar pasando en cualquier lugar ahora mismo. See more flixster f 12/19/2022 I thought it's based on real events. True story or not, I didn't like it. See more 04/27/2022 It's a fast-paced drama, with a lot happening from the get-go. It took me a while to feel like I had the rhythm of the movie, but it took me along on an intense, highly strung, dramatic ride all the same… and when everything came together, it felt good! Taut, engaging, and very well acted, it's hard not to rate it highly, despite the maelstrom of information being energetically thrown at you See more 04/27/2020 Masterpiece of political drama See more 02/21/2020 Interesante cinta sobre la corrupción política en España. La misma que hay en todo el mundo, la misma que tiene este planeta jodido. Buena historia, bien planteada, con un protagonista bueno y un final de lujo. See more 10/20/2019 Una excelente pieza del cine, espectacular! See more Read all reviews
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Rodrigo Sorogoyen

Director

Bárbara Lennie

Amaia

Antonio de la Torre

Manuel

Josep Maria Pou

Frias

Nacho Fresneda

Paco

Ana Wagener

La Ceballos

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Movie Info

Synopsis In Spain, a politician's extravagant lifestyle, financed by bribes and kickbacks, puts his entire party in jeopardy.
Director
Rodrigo Sorogoyen
Producer
Mercedes Gamero, Mikel Lejarza
Screenwriter
Isabel Peña, Rodrigo Sorogoyen
Production Co
Atresmedia Cine, Bowfinger International Pictures
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
European Spanish
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 18, 2020
Runtime
2h 12m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)