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from the edge of the city

FROM THE
EDGE OF
THE CITY

'15'
out of hand



shirtless tano
tano and richi hug
tano released from reform center
richi and tanothe old gang
richi & tano
tano in a tie
richi
shirtless tano




7 VIRGINS
Directed by Alberto Rodríguez


Summer in a working-class neighborhood in the south of Spain: Tano, a teenager currently serving a sentence in a juvenile reform center, receives a 48-hour leave to attend his brother’s wedding. Together with his best friend, Richi, Tano plans to enjoy his 48-hour pass to the limit, doing all the things he normally can’t: drinking, taking drugs, stealing, having sex and hanging out with his buddies.

By the end of his 48-hour pass, however, Tano witnesses the collapse of all things he has taken for granted in his life: his neighborhood, his family, his friends and his loved-ones. More than just two days of freedom, Tano’s leave turns out to be a journey into maturity.


Spain / 86 min. / in Spanish with optional English subtitles



GOYA AWARDS:
SPANISH EQUIVALENT OF THE OSCARS®

WINNER - best NEW ACTOR

Nominated - best film
Nominated - Best Director
Nominated - Best Original Script

Nominated - best Actor
Nominated - best New Actress

&

WINNER - best Actor
San Sebastian Film Festival




"A street-kids piece that combines energy and delicacy to striking and subtle effect. The best Spanish movie of its type since Fernando Leon's 1998 "Barrio," pic rises above genre standard with scrupulous attention to detail and an engaging central tandem."
Jonathan Holland, VARIETY

"It is the cinematography – capturing the washed out beauty of a southern Spanish town – as well as the especially fine, realistic acting by the young cast that help make this such an entertaining yet undeniably powerful film."
Raymond Murray, PHILADELPHIA INT'L FILM FESTIVAL

"(Director) Rodriguez has a very large cast of young actors at his disposal here and they are all exceptional, particularly the baby faced Juan Jose Ballesta who at times has a striking resemblance to a young Mark Wahlberg.  Jesus Carroza is equally strong as Tano’s utterly amoral and self serving best friend Richi."
Todd Brown, TWITCH

"Rodríguez has coaxed compelling central performances from his impressive young cast; the photography, soaked in the hot yellows of southern Spain, is beautiful; the Latin soundtrack cool."

Matt Kelly, FILM EXPOSED


"A powerful, explosive teen drama that examines the subjects male-bonding, hero-worship and destiny!"
Charles Pettitt, GAYDARnation.com

"An energetic and delicate look at youth. A realistic story in a movie that will possibly steal your heart!"
Amos Lassen, CINEMA PRIDE

"Reminiscent of early Pasolini or Antonioni!"
Kevyn Knox, THE CINEMATHEQUE

“7 VIRGINS bubbles with propulsive energy!”
Peter Martin, AMERICAN FILM INSTITUTE (AFI) FEST

“A beautiful film about a young man's quest for integrity.”
Daria Lysy, THE GLOBE AND MAIL

“The story races to a stirring conclusion without ever feeling rushed.  7 VIRGINS is definitely recommended!”
Peter Martin, TWITCH

“5 out of 5 stars! A wonderful Spanish film!”
Amos Lassen, CINEMA PRIDE

 


The Making of 7 Virgins
Music Video
Spanish Theatrical Trailer
Spanish Teaser
Picture This! English Trailer
Photo Gallery
Coming attractions
Scene selections
Dolby 5.1 & 2.0 stereo sound

Widescreen





Toronto International Film Festival
San Sebastian Film Festival
AFI Fest
Europe Cinema Organization
Thessaloniki International Film Festival
Palm Springs International Film Festival
Miami International Film Festival
Philadelphia International Film Festival
Seattle International Film Festival
XII Recent Spanish Cinema Showcase / American Cinematheque