“Cell 211” (Celda 211 in Spanish) is a 2009 Spanish thriller directed by Daniel Monzón. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Francisco Pérez Gandul. The movie stars Luis Tosar, Alberto Ammann, Antonio Resines, and Carlos Bardem.
Cell 211 revolves around a young prison guard named Juan Oliver (Alberto Ammann) who starts his first day on the job. While he is taking a tour of the prison, he gets caught up in a prison riot and is mistaken for an inmate by the prisoners. In order to survive, he pretends to be a prisoner and becomes embroiled in the inner workings of the prison gang.
Cell 211 was well-received by critics and audiences alike, and won several awards, including 8 Goya Awards, the Spanish equivalent of the Academy Awards. It also won the Jury Prize and the People's Choice Award at the 2009 San Sebastián International Film Festival.
Cell 211's popularity also led to a successful theatrical release in Spain, grossing over €12 million at the box office. It was also released in several other countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, where it received positive reviews and gained a cult following.
Overall, “Cell 211” is a gripping and intense film that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. It is a must-watch for fans of prison dramas and thrillers.
| Directed by | Daniel Monzón |
|---|---|
| Written by | Jorge Guerricaechevarría Daniel Monzón |
| Starring | Luis Tosar, Alberto Ammann, Antonio Resines, Manuel Morón, Marta Etura, Carlos Bardem, Luis Zahera, Vicente Romero, Fernando Soto, |
| Cinematography | Carles Gusi |
| Edited by | Mapa Pastor |
| Production companies |
Vaca Films Telecinco Cinema Morena Films TVG |
| Distributed by | Telecinco Cinema |
| Release date | 4 September 2009 (Venice) 6 November 2009 (Spain) |
| Running time | 113 minutes |
| Countries | Spain, France |
| Languages | Spanish Basque English |