
- Genre
- Drama
- Year
- 2006
- Runtime
- 1h34
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El Cortez
In a world of crime, redemption is the ultimate gamble.
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Synopsis
El Cortez (2006), starring Lou Diamond Phillips, follows the story of Manny DeSilva, a former criminal who gets released from prison and is determined to start a new life. However, he is pulled back into the world of crime when his daughter is kidnapped, leading him to confront his past demons. Set in the gritty underworld of a rundown Las Vegas hotel, Manny must navigate through a web of deceit, betrayal, and danger to save his daughter and redeem himself. As the tension rises, secrets are revealed and loyalties are tested in this gripping and suspenseful thriller.
Cast
Lou Diamond Phillips
Manny DeSilva
Bruce Weitz
Popcorn
Glenn Plummer
Jack Clay
Tracy Middendorf
Theda
James McDaniel
Arnie
Peter Onorati
Carlo Russo
Reviews
While El Cortez received mixed reviews, some critics praised its gritty and suspenseful atmosphere. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 29%, with critics highlighting the tense storyline and Lou Diamond Phillips' performance. IMDb rated it 5.3/10, indicating a polarized audience response. Metacritic scored it 36/100, noting the film's dark tone and compelling narrative. Despite some criticisms of pacing and plot development, El Cortez manages to engage viewers with its raw depiction of crime and redemption.