Alibis: the Spanish version of Ocean's Eleven hits theaters
This November 28, Alibis premieres throughout Spain, a cinematic production that its director Martín Cuervo defines as an Ocean's Eleven with an Iberian seal 🎬. The movie combines the heist genre with comedy of errors, adapting the successful French format Alibi to the character and humor typical of our country.
A luxury team in front of and behind the cameras
The direction of Martín Cuervo seeks to capture the essence of heist cinema with a touch of native comedy that differentiates this production. The main cast brings together very diverse talents from the Spanish audiovisual scene, promising explosive chemistry on screen 💥. Jaime Lorente, known for his performances in highly successful series, joins the characteristic humor of Leo Harlem and Llum Barrera, while Adriana Torrebejano completes the core of this peculiar group of con artists.
Cast features:- Combination of professional dramatic and comedic actors
- Presence of well-known faces from national television and cinema
- Multigenerational team with complementary acting styles
"Only in Spain could we have a team of heist artists arguing about nap schedules while planning the heist of the century" - Distinctive element of local humor
From France to Spain: an adaptation with its own seal
The French inspiration is evident, but the Spanish adaptation incorporates cultural elements that make it unique 🇪🇸. The concept of Iberian Ocean's Eleven is no coincidence, sharing that mix of meticulous planning, team of specialists, and hilarious situations during the execution of the main heist. The plot twists and characters have been specifically redesigned to connect with the sensitivity of the local audience.
Differentiating elements of the adaptation:- Incorporation of cultural references and Spanish customs
- Humor based on situations recognizable to the national audience
- Characters redesigned to reflect local social archetypes
The Spanish touch that makes the difference
What truly distinguishes Alibis is its ability to Spanish-ize the heist genre with elements as ours as discussions about nap schedules during criminal planning 🥘. The movie includes details like loot that probably contains olive oil and an escape van with ITV issues, adding that touch of everyday realism that only Spanish humor can provide. This production demonstrates that genre cinema can adapt perfectly while maintaining the local essence and respecting the original structure.