El correo

I've been looking for shows like this for so long

I've watched thousands of movies, and funny enough, never given any reviews.

This show is very similar to:

• Rising High
• Wolf of wall street
• The Laundromat

and other similar movies.

The production quality (amazing), and the plots is the most shocking part of this film.

I didn't at any point feel "Okay hey, that's absolutely stupid, there's no chance this scene or series of events would ever happen in real life"

The show in itself, now thinking about it, comes off a little bit too serious. Maybe 1 or 2 little comedic scenes would be appreciated.

I'm all for a part 2 or even a limited series of 3 episodes, as an anker.

Daniel Calparsoro returns to what he does best: a fast-paced thriller, shot with energy and determination, that never stops to catch its breath. El correo hooks you with rhythm and staging, with chases and twists that keep the tension alive, even if the feeling of "I've seen this before" comes up more than once. It doesn't try to change the rules of the game, but it does manage to keep you glued to the screen from beginning to end.

The economic and social backdrop gives the story an extra layer of interest, evoking a period marked by ambition and shady deals. It doesn't dive too deep, but it adds a touch of realism that grounds the characters and gives some weight to what could otherwise be just pure action.

The cast works well overall, with solid performances and a few characters who stand out more than expected. Many roles feel familiar, but the energy they bring helps prevent them from being completely flat.

Visually, the film looks slick, with an ambition that aims to place it among international thrillers. Sometimes that ambition feels a little forced, as if it wants to look bigger than it really is, but the result is still stylish and appealing.

In the end, El correo is pure Calparsoro: rhythm, intensity, and a straightforward style that doesn't let up. It may repeat formulas and not surprise much, but as entertainment it works just fine and delivers exactly what it promises: a good time.

Seeing this on Netflix, I was immediately attracted to it by the impression that Louis Zahera was the star. I've loved him in everything he's been in, but it's misleading to imply he stars in this as he's got very limited screen time.

That aside, it's a fun crime romp in similar vein to The Business or any Guy Ritchie film. Basically, crime doesn't pay but it's bloody good fun while it lasts!

Laura Sepúl is a beautiful blue-eyed slightly older woman who is 100% sexier than the younger bimbos that the main character hooks up with - she's really good.

More Luis was needed, and I'd have given this more stars if he was in it more, but he's woefully under-used in this and if I hadn't seen his face on the Netflix description of this film I'd probably not have bothered watching it.

Ok no more to say but still not enough characters? Maybe IMDB you need to reduce your limit as there's not always that much to say!

Just because a film is entertaining doesn't mean it's good, and El correo (2024) is a clear example of that.

I like Aron Piper, but I think this is the weakest performance I've seen from him. The voice-over narration (by Piper himself) is so unconvincing that it often pulls you out of the story - and that, too, is part of the acting.

The plot is overly simple, bringing nothing new and failing to stand out in any way.

As for director Daniel Calparsoro, his work doesn't connect with my way of seeing cinema; after watching more of his films, he still doesn't manage to convince me.

First, I have to admit I can't stand the main actor, Aaron Piper, who's supposedly good looking and sexy, while I find him the very definition of average in every way, charmless and arrogant. I want to slap his little obnoxious smirk off.

As for the movie itself, well, we've seen that a zillion times before, and way better.

Guy from a poor background wants to become rich fast, make easy money and get hot girls, sex drugs and rock n' roll. Did I mention he's quite uneducated but oh so incredibly street smart? How original, isn't it?

Gets in the inner circles of wealthy criminals, f..s the lady boss, gets on the police radar and so on and so forth...

It's not a movie, but a roadmap with all the mandatory clichés and nothing more.