Jacinto

2021
1h 35m

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JACINTO is a nine-year-old child trapped in the body of a man near his forties. He lives in Mallou, a decaying and abandoned small village in the middle of the mountains, along with his pare... Read allJACINTO is a nine-year-old child trapped in the body of a man near his forties. He lives in Mallou, a decaying and abandoned small village in the middle of the mountains, along with his parents and his dearest pig, Martiño. It's been a long time since the last time he spoke. Some... Read allJACINTO is a nine-year-old child trapped in the body of a man near his forties. He lives in Mallou, a decaying and abandoned small village in the middle of the mountains, along with his parents and his dearest pig, Martiño. It's been a long time since the last time he spoke. Something happened when he was a child that shut him up for good. Jacinto spends his days pla... Read all

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6.3/10

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6/10

Remarkable I guess

Galician cinema, in general, is notable, like the vast majority of Spanish cinema, for its lack of quality, with notable exceptions such as some Vacafilms productions. However, "Jacinto", directed by Javier Camino, stands out in the midst of this trend.

Camino's direction is effective and maintains the viewer's interest. Pedro Brandariz, despite his rough-and-tumble appearance, offers a solid and convincing performance in a serious role, showing his ability to take on deep roles.

Juanma Buiturón's performance is particularly noteworthy, providing an intensity that enriches the film. Although violence is not a central theme, when it appears, it is handled in a striking way. The music and makeup complement the atmosphere of the film well.

Although "Jacinto" does not reach the level of a masterpiece (which is still a long way off), it deserves a 6 to 7 star rating. It is a well-executed film that has been valued at festivals such as Sitges.