Film set in 2011 Madrid

A film set in Madrid during the summer of 2011 explores a period marked by the presence of followers of Pope Benedict XVI and the Indignados movement, a social protest group that criticized economic inequality and government policies.

Crime and social context

The movie centers on a series of rapes followed by murders, with the criminal investigation placed within the political and social context of Spain at that time, highlighting the tensions and challenges faced by the country.

Contrasting social movements

The narrative contrasts the Catholic youth gathering in joy with the activities of the Spanish left at Puerta del Sol, a central square in Madrid that became a symbol of the Indignados movement during the protests.

Setting and atmosphere

The film's setting reflects the intense heatwave and the social tensions of the period, using the environment to underscore the mood and challenges of the time.