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Torrente 3: The Protector

Torrente 3: The Protector Full Cast & Crew

Cast

Crew

S
Sebastian Uriel Feldman
Location Assistant
J
José Quetglás
Makeup Artist
U
Unax Mendía
Cinematography
F
Fernanda Cueva
Producer
C
Cristina 'Mapa' Pastor
Editor
L
Lala Huete
Costume Design
E
Eduardo Díaz
Visual Effects
U
Unax Mendía
Director of Photography
F
Félix Bergés
Visual Effects Supervisor
M
Mamen Moya
Casting
R
Raúl Romanillos
Special Effects Manager
D
David Acereto
Camera Operator
C
Carlos Garrido
Sound Mixer

Torrente Collection

This series of films centers on Torrente, a self-proclaimed private detective known for his arrogance, ignorance, and racism. Despite his flaws, Torrente often saves the day, typically with the help of a younger, more tech-savvy partner. The series starts with Torrente taking down a drug trafficking operation, followed by various cases often linked to political corruption. These films blend slapstick comedy with action, gaining a cult following due to Torrente's underdog status. The appeal lies in the mix of humor, action, and subtle societal critique, particularly of contemporary Spanish politics. Torrente’s incompetence and eventual success, despite his bigotry and idiocy, make for an endearing narrative. The series cleverly satirizes Spanish culture, balancing between absurd comedy and insightful commentary, establishing Torrente as a unique, morally ambiguous hero in the private detective genre.