La isla mínima 2014

Critics score:
89 / 100

Reviews provided by RottenTomatoes

Jay Weissberg, Variety: A couple of mismatched cops in the immediate post-Franco era investigate the brutal murders of two teenage girls in Alberto Rodriguez's satisfyingly atmospheric neo-noir. Read more

Jonathan Holland, Hollywood Reporter: Visually and atmospherically, Marshland is suffused with an eerie oppressiveness, entirely at odds with the region's reputation for light-hearted alegria. Read more

Rene Rodriguez, Miami Herald: The elegant widescreen compositions and use of light and shadows are strongly reminiscent of Seven and Zodiac, and the film's eerie, disconcerting mood brings to mind HBO's True Detective. Read more

Colin Covert, Minneapolis Star Tribune: Superbly photographed, brilliantly edited, with every cut taking you to a suspenseful new act, and acted to perfection as viewers try to discover whom even they can have faith in. Read more

Tom Huddleston, Time Out: A taut, visually sumptuous and hugely entertaining thriller. Read more

Serena Donadoni, Village Voice: Marshland has superb performances and a heady atmosphere, but its greatest strength is finding resolution while letting the mystery be. Read more