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Rafael Cobos’ Debut Feature Golpes Opens in Spain on 5 December

Early reviews highlight meticulous craft alongside a clear focus on Spain’s historical memory.

Overview

  • Following a Seminci premiere and a Noir in Festival competition slot, Golpes reaches Spanish cinemas on 5 December via A Contracorriente Films.
  • The thriller stars Jesús Carroza as Migueli and Luis Tosar as Sabino, estranged brothers whose lives collide after a prison release.
  • Set in 1980s Seville, the story centers on efforts to recover a father’s Franco‑era remains, drawing on Spain’s memoria histórica.
  • Cineuropa praises the cinematography, editing, production design and score, while noting thin characterisation and limited political exploration.
  • The Spanish–French co‑production comes from Vaca Films and Películas Grupo Tranquilo, with Playtime handling world sales.