Off Course
Two young Spanish men, with a university education, are tired of unemployment and decide to move to Germany. But soon they will find out that finding a better living is not as easy as they expected.
Critics Sentiment
Hugo finds Carla during the Berlin Marathon for reconciliation
Hugo's parents and Nadia visit Berlin for elaborate deception
The film recovers from its weakest point during the family visit charade to find emotional resonance in the marathon finale.
Off Course follows a predictable romantic comedy formula that touches on relevant social issues but suffers from weak execution and unpleasant characters. While reviewers appreciated some light comedy and the attempt at social commentary about Spanish emigration, the film's reliance on xenophobic humor and formulaic plotting prevented it from achieving genuine emotional impact. The finale provides adequate closure despite the overall mediocrity.
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Yon González
Hugo
Julián López
Braulio
Blanca Suárez
Carla
Malena Alterio
Marisol
Úrsula Corberó
Nadia
Miki Esparbé
Rafa
Younes Bachir
Hakan
Javier Cámara
Próspero
Carmen Machi
Benigna
José Sacristán
Andrés
Arantxa Aranguren
Juana
Elena Rivera
Nuria
Luis Fabra
Javier
Arturo Valls
Español en el Mundo
Alberto Chicote
Cura
Jorge Anes
Empleado Oficina
Juan Carlos Peredit
Adolfo
Fernando Ustarroz
Rector
Svante
Ginecólogo
Abdulelah Hussein
Cocinero
Crew
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