The movie relies entirely on the performances of its two leads:
| Positive Feedback | Negative Feedback | |------------------|------------------| | “Brilliant dialogue and acting” | “Too slow and talky” | | “Sacristán delivers a masterclass” | “Uncomfortable power dynamics” | | “Bold and unflinching” | “Feels like a filmed play” | | “Great ending — poetic and bitter” | “Lacks visual variety” | Madrid 1987 Imdb
: It premiered at the San Sebastián International Film Festival and was a selection at the Sundance Film Festival, gaining international traction for its bold, minimalist approach. The movie relies entirely on the performances of
For those unfamiliar, Madrid, 1987 (stylized as Madrid, 1987 in Spanish markets) is a 2011 dramatic thriller directed by David Trueba. But to call it a "thriller" in the traditional sense is a misnomer; there are no car chases, no gunfights, and very little scenery. The film is a two-hander—a verbal and psychological duel between an aging, cynical journalist and a young, idealistic student, locked naked inside a bathroom for over 24 hours. The film is a two-hander—a verbal and psychological
The film generally maintains a rating around 6.4 to 6.6 out of 10 on IMDb. This score reflects its polarizing nature; viewers who enjoy fast-paced action often find it slow, while fans of minimalist theater and deep dialogue rate it highly.