Based on the real-life event, when a gold and copper mine collapses, it traps 33 miners underground for 69 days.Based on the real-life event, when a gold and copper mine collapses, it traps 33 miners underground for 69 days.Based on the real-life event, when a gold and copper mine collapses, it traps 33 miners underground for 69 days.
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Based on the true story of 33 miners who go into a mine in Chile to have a big rock get in-between them and the surface, and they have to survive long enough to be rescued.
I thought the movie was very detailed and complete about what the miners and their families went through during this ordeal. I never felt I missed any part of it.
It was never boring, always interesting, which I did not expect, but a lot went on in those three mouths and it was captured wonderfully on the screen.
Antonio Banderas was great as Mario, who kept the men together long enough to survive.
And even though I knew the outcome, the 33 makes you feel for each character, which allows suspense.
Well done and heartwarming, hitting on the rights spots and leaving me all filled up inside.
I thought the movie was very detailed and complete about what the miners and their families went through during this ordeal. I never felt I missed any part of it.
It was never boring, always interesting, which I did not expect, but a lot went on in those three mouths and it was captured wonderfully on the screen.
Antonio Banderas was great as Mario, who kept the men together long enough to survive.
And even though I knew the outcome, the 33 makes you feel for each character, which allows suspense.
Well done and heartwarming, hitting on the rights spots and leaving me all filled up inside.
I just saw this at Twin Cities Film Fest this weekend. The 33 chronicled the event that gripped the international community when 33 Chilean miners were buried under 100- year-old gold and copper mine and trapped for 69 days.
Director Patricia Riggen did a phenomenal job telling a compelling story of human resilience and the courage of both the miners and their families above ground who refused to give up. Great ensemble cast featuring Antonio Banderas, Juliette Binoche, Lou Diamond Philips, Rodrigo Santoro, and Gabriel Byrne. It was exquisitely shot by Checco Varese, which was shot on location in two different mines in Bolivia, Colombia. It certainly looked authentic as the environment of the set made the actors felt as if they were real miners for a while. The 33 miners were also consulted for the film.
There were moments that might have felt too 'Hollywoodized' but overall the film didn't feel emotionally manipulated. The genuinely stirring score came from the late James Horner, which the film paid tribute in the end. It's not a perfect film but I think the film was respectful to the subject matter and did the story and those miners justice.
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Director Patricia Riggen did a phenomenal job telling a compelling story of human resilience and the courage of both the miners and their families above ground who refused to give up. Great ensemble cast featuring Antonio Banderas, Juliette Binoche, Lou Diamond Philips, Rodrigo Santoro, and Gabriel Byrne. It was exquisitely shot by Checco Varese, which was shot on location in two different mines in Bolivia, Colombia. It certainly looked authentic as the environment of the set made the actors felt as if they were real miners for a while. The 33 miners were also consulted for the film.
There were moments that might have felt too 'Hollywoodized' but overall the film didn't feel emotionally manipulated. The genuinely stirring score came from the late James Horner, which the film paid tribute in the end. It's not a perfect film but I think the film was respectful to the subject matter and did the story and those miners justice.
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I enjoyed watching this true story about 33 Chilean miners trapped in a mine. It was a good story about resilience, the human spirit, and working together. I also loved the Elvis impersonator. Even though I knew they were going to be rescued, the story still kept me on the edge of my seat. The cast worked well together, and everything about this movie was well done. The mine scenes were riveting.
*** out of ****.
*** out of ****.
This film tells the story of 33 miners in Chile, who are trapped in a caved mine seven hundred metres deep. They have only three days of food in the safety chamber, and no way of contacting the outside world. Fortunately, the persistent minister of mining refuses to give up hope of getting them out alive.
It is very rare that a film makes me cry so much and for so long. Halfway into the film, I'm already in tears because of the miners' despair and desolation. The scene involving a ladder is very affecting. There seems to be no hope, and everything seems to be lost. Their will to survive is remarkable. The herculean rescue effort deserves much praise, while the family members clinging onto the slightest glimpse hope is very touching. Actually, the whole film is very touching. I feel so sorry for the miners, and miners in general because they risk their lives for little in return. Having the surviving miners appearing in the film is an excellent touch, reminding people that this is a true story that happened to these individuals.
It is very rare that a film makes me cry so much and for so long. Halfway into the film, I'm already in tears because of the miners' despair and desolation. The scene involving a ladder is very affecting. There seems to be no hope, and everything seems to be lost. Their will to survive is remarkable. The herculean rescue effort deserves much praise, while the family members clinging onto the slightest glimpse hope is very touching. Actually, the whole film is very touching. I feel so sorry for the miners, and miners in general because they risk their lives for little in return. Having the surviving miners appearing in the film is an excellent touch, reminding people that this is a true story that happened to these individuals.
We all remember five years ago when the story of 33 miners trapped 700 meters underground caught the world by storm. Everyone was asking: Are they alive? How are they going to make it out of there?. I think there's no need to say how it ended. Since then we've gotten tons of news announcing a big budget film about San José's rescue. The thing everyone's asking right know is: Is it any good?
First things first: Patricia Riggen. Her direction is absolutely brilliant, managing to alternate between tense and emotional scenes almost perfectly. The acting as well is outstanding, with Antonio Banderas (Mario Sepúlveda) and Rodrigo Santoro (Laurence Golborne) being the most notable. Also, Cote De Pablo (Jessica Salgado) brings a big emotional push into the movie with a beautiful interpretation of "Gracias a la Vida" by Violeta Parra. Juliette Binoche (María Segovia) was also very good. In general, every actor and actress in this movie gave a solid performance. The screenplay is very well written, giving the characters a lot of development and personality. The soundtrack (Composed by James Horner) is also very good, mixing chilean instruments with big orchestra compositions that fit the movie perfectly. The CGI is OK, nothing groundbreaking, but it gets the job done.
It's not a faultless film though, it has it's flaws. The are times when the movie loses it's pace and gets slow. Also, the editing, being mostly very good, it's evident that there where scenes in the movie that were cut from the final product, an issue that can leave some viewers confused. There's a little bit of shaky cam as well, not a big complain, but it can get very disorienting at times.
Overall, even if it's not perfect, it's still a great movie that succeeds at telling the story of the 33 miners. Hopeful and inspiring, it's worth watching at least once.
8.4/10
First things first: Patricia Riggen. Her direction is absolutely brilliant, managing to alternate between tense and emotional scenes almost perfectly. The acting as well is outstanding, with Antonio Banderas (Mario Sepúlveda) and Rodrigo Santoro (Laurence Golborne) being the most notable. Also, Cote De Pablo (Jessica Salgado) brings a big emotional push into the movie with a beautiful interpretation of "Gracias a la Vida" by Violeta Parra. Juliette Binoche (María Segovia) was also very good. In general, every actor and actress in this movie gave a solid performance. The screenplay is very well written, giving the characters a lot of development and personality. The soundtrack (Composed by James Horner) is also very good, mixing chilean instruments with big orchestra compositions that fit the movie perfectly. The CGI is OK, nothing groundbreaking, but it gets the job done.
It's not a faultless film though, it has it's flaws. The are times when the movie loses it's pace and gets slow. Also, the editing, being mostly very good, it's evident that there where scenes in the movie that were cut from the final product, an issue that can leave some viewers confused. There's a little bit of shaky cam as well, not a big complain, but it can get very disorienting at times.
Overall, even if it's not perfect, it's still a great movie that succeeds at telling the story of the 33 miners. Hopeful and inspiring, it's worth watching at least once.
8.4/10
Did you know
- TriviaDue to lack of work, the rescued miners took roles in the production of the movie being filmed about its history in Copiapó, Chile.
- GoofsA magnet was not used to get the broken drill bit out. In fact they had to manufacture on site what's called a "spider drill" which had an open spiral toothed design at the end of the drill to try to surround the broken bit. Using the pressure of down force, the teeth would collapse around the bit to capture it.
- Quotes
Mario Sepúlveda: That's not a rock, that's the heart of the mountain. She finally broke.
- Crazy creditsThe last scene shows, in black and white, the real 33 miners gathered on a beach, and credits each of them individually.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Conan: Antonio Banderas/Charlyne Yi/Ed Gamble (2015)
- SoundtracksJailhouse Rock
Written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller
Published by Sony/ATV Tunes LLC and Elvis Presley Music (Administered by Songs of Imagem Music)
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- 33 Người Thợ Mỏ
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- Budget
- $26,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $12,227,722
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $5,787,266
- Nov 15, 2015
- Gross worldwide
- $27,972,023
- Runtime2 hours 7 minutes
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- 2.35 : 1
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