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Hostages in the Barrio
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Wikipedia article
'Hostages in the Barrio' is a 1987 Spanish 'quinqui' film directed by Eloy de la Iglesia, consisting of an adaptation of the stage play 'La estanquera de Vallecas' by Jos Luis Alonso de Santos. It stars Emma Penella, Jos Luis Gmez, Jos Luis Manzano and Maribel Verd.
Plot
After two criminals attempt to rob a tobacco retailer in Vallecas, they are trapped inside and eventually develop a sort of friendly relationship with their hostages (the clerk and her niece).
Cast
Production
An adaptation of the stage play 'La estanquera de Vallecas' by Jos Luis Alonso de Santos, the screenplay was penned by , Eloy de la Iglesia and Alonso de Santos. An Ega Medios Audiovisuales production, the film was shot in Madrid in 1986. The soundtrack was composed and performed by Patxi Andin. The budget amounted to 83 million .
Release
The film premiered on 9 April 1987.
Accolades
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See also
* List of Spanish films of 1987
References
Category:1987 films
Category:Spanish films based on plays
Category:Spanish comedy-drama films
Category:1987 comedy-drama films
Category:Films set in Madrid
Category:Films shot in Madrid
Category:1980s Spanish-language films
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