Title: Kill the Jockey
Year: 2024
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Nahuel Pérez Biscayart, Úrsula Corberó, Daniel Giménez Cacho
Description: A relentless torrent of self-destruction and unwavering ambition crashes against the shores of Luis Ortega's "Kill the Jockey," a visceral drama that leaves you breathless. Nahuel Pérez Biscayart delivers a powerhouse performance as Remo, a jockey whose talent is eclipsed by his destructive nature, a compelling counterpoint to Úrsula Corberó's Abril, a pregnant jockey facing an impossible choice. Their intertwined fates, entangled with the shadowy figure of Sirena (Daniel Giménez Cacho), explore themes of responsibility, sacrifice, and the brutal price of chasing dreams. Ortega masterfully crafts a world of high stakes and raw emotion, leaving the audience questioning the true cost of victory. "Kill the Jockey" isn't just a racing film; it's a brutal exploration of the human spirit.