Get the Gringo
The odds are against him. So is everyone else.
Directed by Adrian Grünberg
Produced by Icon Productions, Redrum
A gritty prison thriller about survival and unlikely bonds in a corrupt Mexican penal system, balancing cynicism with moments of human connection.
A career criminal nabbed by Mexican authorities is placed in a tough prison where he learns to survive with the help of a 9-year-old boy.
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Is Get the Gringo violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
Is Get the Gringo scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Is Get the Gringo sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Get the Gringo easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Get the Gringo end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Get the Gringo
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Get the Gringo
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Get the Gringo, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Get the Gringo, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Get the Gringo, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
