Cell 211 (2009)

Wow! Such a good movie.

Perfect cast and a good story

The film makes a home in your brain and the only cure is to see it again.

what a terribly boring film. I'm sorry but this is absolutely not deserving of best picture and will be forgotten quickly. Entertaining and engaging cinema? No. Nothing performances with flat faces and mistaking silence for subtlety.

Do not shy away from "Cell 211" just because it is a Spanish movie. "Cell 211" is a very entertaining movie that kicks off in high gear from the very beginning and never slows down. It is a good and interesting story that is accompanied by some strong acting performances.The story is about Juan Oliver a prison guard starting a new job at a prison. He shows up for work a day early to show initiative, loyalty and to show a good example. But Juan showed up on the wrong day, as he steps into a vicious prison riot that will have all of Spain in an uproar.Prison movies tend to follow a fairly generic guide of how to make a movie, and "Cell 211" does follow that guide as well, but it does manage to step out of this mold and go one step further. The storyline is driven by a well-written story that sinks into you and carries you along for a great ride. But it is also helped very nicely by the acting talents.While the tone is rough and cold, you can't help but get attached to the storyline and characters, because it is all so nicely put together and executed on the screen.Luis Tosar (playing Malamadre) and Alberto Ammann (playing Juan) were both phenomenal in this movie, both on their own but also opposite one another."Cell 211" is a surprisingly good prison movie that you have to watch if you enjoy the prison movie genre. And put aside any fear of foreign language films you might have, because this one is well-worth spending 108 minutes on.

Powerful, provocative & downright intense from the first frame to the last, Cell 211 (also known as Celda 211) is a viciously crafted, grippingly told & strongly performed prison film about loyalty, respect & codes that dictates the life of inmates behind bars and also works as an interesting meditation on corruption both inside & outside the prison cell.The story of Cell 211 follows a newly appointed prison guard who, on his tour, is left behind in an empty cell by other officers when a prison riot breaks out. Aware of his predicament & the brutal environment he's in, he pretends to be one of them in order to survive the ordeal and gets acquainted with the inmate leading the rebellion, who takes him under his wing.Co-written & directed by Daniel Monzón, Cell 211 is crafted with nothing held back as the main plot surfaces minutes into the story and from there on, the tension soars through the roof as the film becomes increasingly violent but at no point does it put its characters aside to revel in prison brutality for the two leading characters remain its main focus from start to finish.The prison environment is brilliantly created and the chaos & cruelty that explodes on the screen is effectively captured through the dynamic but expertly controlled camera-work. Its 113 minutes of runtime simply flies by, thanks to its cut-throat editing. And what adds even more fuel to its aggressive tone is the fierce performances put in by its two leads plus the contribution by its supporting cast is no slouch either.On an overall scale, Cell 211 is a fabulous piece of potent filmmaking that takes a no-holds- barred approach with its content and thanks to its ferocious direction, razor-sharp script & stellar input from its cast, delivers an experience that's thrilling, thought-provoking & wholly satisfying. One of the best films of its year, one of the finest examples of its genre, and one amongst the most underrated works of 21st century cinema, Cell 211 is worthy of your time & money. Go see it.

I watched this movie three years ago.Celda 211 is a 2009 Spanish prison film directed by Daniel Monzon.The movie's main characters are Luis Tosar,Alberto Ammann and Antonio Resines.Juann Oliver, wants to work in prison.But later an insane prisoner beat up to Juan Oliver and he puts it him in an empty cell.Lately 'I am guilty,I stabbed my wife' says Juan Oliver to the head of prisoners.And the events are continue like this.I think this movie is the most excited and enjoyable prison film.Also this movie have won award in many areas.And the acts are so successful.I have never watched another prison film similar to this movie.If you really want to watch an exciting movie,don't forget to watch this movie!

I can't believe that so few people have mentioned the links of this plot with the real life chaos and savagery that occurred back in 1971 in Attica.Maybe it has just been too long,but you only have to click through you tube to find actual footage recorded,especially that of the government forces storming the prison,full of a few extremists but largely hungry,tired and scared prisoners.They shot tear gas into the yard and the term 'spray and pray' comes to mind.The prisoners had a few home made shanks;any weaponry they had accrued from officers were empty and used only as a 'blunt instrument' with which to bludgeon other prisoners.There was clearly very little resistance;certainly not ample to warrant the warfare that was inflicted upon them that day,killing tens of largely innocent men and several officers as there was no way that anyone could have seen anything amidst the foggy haze of tear gas.If you watch 'Cell 211' ,it is clear to see that even the lay out of the prison is similar.I am no expert but this is an opportunity for everyone to see the similarities and the men who fell at Attica should be remembered and 'honoured' to a degree.Of course,initially there were ridiculous demands but towards the end of the stand off,it should be noted that the men inside were asking mostly for simple human rights to be respected and to not be humiliated and undermined at every opportunity.I also think that the events at Attica made a significant difference in how modern prisons are run,in terms of allowing those simple human rights to be respected whilst also increasing safety measures for correctional officers. Disregarding this obvious homage,it is a wildly fantastic film.The kind of film that will remain timeless and set standards for time to come.Incredible acting,producing and editing.I love this film-just love it.