''Enemies'' () is a 2025 thriller drama film directed by David Valero. It stars Christian Checa and Hugo Welzel.

Plot

The plot follows long enemies Rubio and Chimo, respectively bully and bullied. As Chimo has a chance for

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, the lives of both are upended.

Cast

Production

The screenplay was written by David Valero alongside Alfonso Amador. The film is an

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and Atípica Films production. Principal photography began on 11 September 2023 in

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Release

''Enemies'' was presented in March 2025 at the 28th Málaga Film Festival in a non-competitive official section slot. Distributed by Vértice 360, the film is scheduled to be released theatrically in Spain on 9 May 2025. It will be made available later on

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Reception

Enid Román Almansa of '' Cinemanía'' rated the film 5 out of 5 stars, assessing that Valero achieves his purpose with "an impeccable cast and a masterful Christian Checa and Hugo Welzel". Raquel Hernández Luján of ''

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'' gave the film 85 points ('very good'), writing that "everything flows smoothly and is at the service of an unconventional story in which positive values triumph".

References

External links

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