Dir: Daniel Monzon
02/03/12
Spain
2009 112 mins
Starring: Carlos Bardem, Luis Tosar, Alberto Ammann, Marta Etura, Felix
Cubero, Antonio Resines, Luis Zahera, Monolo Solo, Joxean Bengoetxea
Language: Spanish
Juan Oliver is knocked unconcious during the prison tour on the day before he
begins his new job as prison officer. He is rushed to the empty cell 211 and left to
come around. Meanwhile, inmates of the high security wing break free and riots
break out. When he awakes he realises he’s trapped and has to pretend to be a new
prisoner in order to survive… Engaging and intense, with striking performances by
the cast, the film won several Goya Awards from the Spanish Academy, including
Best Picture, Director, Actor and Supporting Actress. – London Spanish Film Festival
2010
