Madrid, with its vibrant culture and rich history, provides a perfect backdrop for thrilling cinematic experiences. This collection of films not only showcases the city's diverse landscapes but also delves into its darker, more mysterious side. From political intrigue to psychological suspense, these movies will take you on a thrilling journey through Madrid, offering both entertainment and a unique perspective on the city's less-seen corners.
The Limits of Control (2009)
Description: A mysterious loner travels to Madrid to meet with various contacts, each of whom provides him with cryptic instructions, leading to a thrilling climax. The film's use of Madrid's architecture and atmosphere is notable.
Fact: The film was directed by Jim Jarmusch, known for his unique storytelling style.
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The Man Who Killed Don Quixote (2018)
Description: Although not a traditional thriller, this film's narrative involves a modern-day advertising executive who becomes entangled in a surreal adventure in Madrid, blending elements of fantasy and psychological tension.
Fact: The film took over 30 years to make, with numerous starts and stops, making it one of the most infamous projects in film history.
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The Body (2012)
Description: When a woman's body disappears from a morgue in Madrid, her husband becomes the prime suspect in a complex web of deceit and murder. The film's use of Madrid's urban setting enhances the suspense.
Fact: The film was remade in India as "Bodyguard" in
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The Counselor (2013)
Description: This film, although not entirely set in Madrid, features scenes in the city where a lawyer gets involved in a drug deal gone wrong, showcasing Madrid's darker underbelly.
Fact: The screenplay was written by Cormac McCarthy, his first original screenplay.
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The Night Manager (2016)
Description: While not exclusively set in Madrid, significant parts of this series unfold in the city, involving a former British soldier infiltrating an arms dealer's network, with Madrid serving as a key location for espionage and intrigue.
Fact: The series was adapted from John le Carré's novel and features Tom Hiddleston in the lead role.
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The Oxford Murders (2008)
Description: Although not set exclusively in Madrid, the film includes scenes where a series of murders in Oxford lead to a mathematical puzzle that unfolds in Madrid, adding an international twist to the thriller.
Fact: The film stars Elijah Wood and John Hurt, and was based on a novel by Argentine author Guillermo Martínez.
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The Secret in Their Eyes (2009)
Description: While primarily set in Buenos Aires, the film's narrative includes scenes in Madrid, where a retired legal counselor writes a novel about an unresolved case, blending past and present in a suspenseful manner.
Fact: The film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in
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The Last Circus (2010)
Description: Set during Franco's dictatorship, this dark comedy-thriller involves a clown in Madrid who becomes embroiled in a love triangle, leading to violent and surreal events.
Fact: The film was controversial for its graphic violence and dark humor.
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The Invisible Guest (2016)
Description: A successful businessman is accused of murdering his lover, and his only hope to prove his innocence lies in a mysterious lawyer who helps him reconstruct the events of the night in question. The film's setting in Madrid adds a layer of sophistication and intrigue.
Fact: The film was a major box office success in Spain, becoming one of the highest-grossing Spanish films of all time.
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The Red Squirrel (1993)
Description: A man with amnesia is taken in by a woman in Madrid, leading to a series of events that blur the lines between reality and fiction, creating a psychological thriller atmosphere.
Fact: The film was the debut feature of director Julio Medem, who would later become known for his complex narratives.
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