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The Captive
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The Captive

2025 · 134 min Drama History
6.5 / 10 · TMDB

In 1575, the young soldier Miguel de Cervantes is captured on the high seas by Barbary pirates and taken to Algiers as a hostage. Aware that a cruel death awaits him if his family does not pay his ransom soon, he finds refuge in his passion for storytelling.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Quiet, contemplative cinema — the kind where silence says more than dialogue. The director trusts the viewer and doesn't explain everything. That's rare.

The slow rhythm may tire those waiting for events. But for those willing to sink in, the film pulls hard. It's cinema for a second viewing.

Good for thoughtful solo viewing. Not for a group that wants background noise.

Director: Alejandro Amenábar

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Best Watched: Late evening, silence, maybe a glass of wine. Watch alone or with someone comfortable with quiet.

🎭 Cast

Julio Peña

Julio Peña

Miguel

Alessandro Borghi

Alessandro Borghi

Hasán Bajá

Miguel Rellán

Miguel Rellán

Antonio de Sosa

Fernando Tejero

Fernando Tejero

Blanco de Paz

Luis Callejo

Luis Callejo

Dorador

José Manuel Poga

José Manuel Poga

Diego Castañeda

Roberto Álamo

Roberto Álamo

Abderramán

Albert Salazar

Albert Salazar

Beltrán

Juanma Muniagurria

Juanma Muniagurria

Aguilar

César Saratxu

César Saratxu

Friar Juan Gil

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