The Hold-Up
Lola's a single mom, broke, working as a janitor and maid. Silvia is pregnant, and her lover (her boss) won't leave his wife. Maite, newly a widow, discovers she's penniless but wants to maintain appearances and give her daughter a fancy wedding, and Pecholata, a punk kid living in a youth center, will soon be turned out on the streets. Lola, who cleans a bank every morning, decides to rob it, convincing the others to join her: they'll use replica guns, dress as men, take Silvia hostage, and all will be smooth. But things go awry, including the fact that Lola's ex, Gustavo, is a cop. Desperation may be the mother of invention - and a corrupt bank manager its father.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | El palo |
| Year | 2001 |
| Country | Spain |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Eva Lesmes |
| Runtime | 87 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.8/10 (22 votes) |
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The Hold-Up has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A 2001 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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