Reporter Manolo Bonilla (John Leguizamo), his producer Marisa (Leonor Watling) and cameraman Ivan (José Maria Yazpik) follow the trail of a serial killer who preys on children in the Ecuadorian countryside. They unexpectedly encounter a travelling salesman, Vinicio (Damián Alcázar), who may know something about the killer. But Vinicio demands a price for a once in a lifetime interview that may cost Manolo more than he expects.
Starting from the horrific opening scenes, this is a taut thriller that maintains the suspense until the last minutes. Much of the story is about Manolo balancing his ambitions against his conscience, as he convinces his crew to stick with him and keep the police away while pursuing his story. Ecuadorian writer-director Sebastián Cordero doesn't romanticize the miserable condition of the countryside and its poor inhabitants, which lends veracity to the drama.
Spanish with English subtitles.
4 out of 5 stars.
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