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Apocalipsur

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2007 | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It was critically acclaimed, though it had almost no lasting buzz and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
One for anyone who likes a story with emotional weight. Leaves you with something to think about.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Gives its people room to develop.
What might put you off
  • It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.

El Flaco returns to Medellin after hiding for some months in London because he was threaten. Things did not change much.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    Critically acclaimed

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 660 people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Javier Mejía

  • Andrés Echavarría
  • Marisela Gómez
  • Pedro Pablo Ochoa
  • Ramón Marulanda
  • Camilo Díaz / Culotauro
  • Hernando CasanovaPapito