Mal día para pescar

Directed by Álvaro Brechner

Jacob van Oppen, the former strongest man on earth, and his wily manager Orsini tour small towns staging wrestling matches and challenging the locals to beat the champ. When they arrive in the small town of Santa Maria, the determination of a local woman poses major problems to their livelihood and their friendship.

Mal día para pescar is a quirky comedy exploring ideas of friendship, loyalty and respect. This is a unique film and an excellent example of the originality of contemporary Uruguayan cinema, which is sure to be a festival hit.

Duration:
110 minutes

Languages:
Spanish

Country of origin:
Uruguay

Year of production:
2009