The Rats (1997) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Rats (1997) — In the mid-fifties, El Nini lives in the poorest and most forgotten rural Castile…
The Rats (1997) Storyline
In the mid-fifties, El Nini lives in the poorest and most forgotten rural Castile (Spain). He is a child with no more knowledge than those provided by nature. El Nini lives with his father in a cave, and with him he devotes himself to the hunting of water rats, the only means of subsistence they know. But when they are tried to deprive them of their roof and their livelihood, violence will erupt uncontrollably.
Full Cast & Crew
- Álvaro Monje
- José Caride
- Juan Jesús Valverde
- Francisco Algora
- Concha Gómez Conde
- Paloma Paso Jardiel
- Esperanza Alonso
- José Conde as Luis
- Luis Perezagua as José Luis
- Joaquín Hinojosa
- Susi Sánchez
- Fernando Ransanz
- Jorge Merino as Malvino
- Lucas Rodríguez as Don Ciro, Sacerdote
- Ángel Terrón as Centenario
Why Watch The Rats?
The Vibe: The Rats is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie from 1997. Directed by Antonio Giménez-Rico, and starring Álvaro Monje, José Caride, Juan Jesús Valverde In the mid-fifties, El Nini lives in the poorest and most forgotten rural Castile (Spain).
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5/10, The Rats retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies, The Rats deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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How long is The Rats?
The Rats has a runtime of 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Is The Rats worth watching?
The Rats is a Drama film released in 1997 with a rating of 5/10. It offers a unique viewing experience for fans of the genre.
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