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The Captive (2025)
Director: Alejandro Amenábar
Cast: Julio Peña, Alessandro Borghi, Miguel Rellán, Fernando Tejero
Runtime134 min
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In 1575, the young soldier Miguel de Cervantes is captured on the high seas by Barbary pirates and taken to Algiers as a hostage. Aware that a cruel death awaits him if his family does not pay his ransom soon, he finds refuge in his passion for storytelling.
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The Captive is a 2025 historical drama directed by Alejandro Amenábar, which has not yet been widely released. As a film about the capture of Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes by Barbary pirates in 1575, its critical reception and audience ratings are not yet available. However, the film's focus on Cervantes' passion for storytelling during his captivity suggests it may receive positive reviews for its unique historical perspective.
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Fans of historical dramas will appreciate director Alejandro Amenábar's compelling take on the true story of Miguel de Cervantes, vividly brought to life in this 2025 film with standout performances from stars Julio Peña and Alessandro Borghi.
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The Captive is a 2025 adventure drama film directed by Alejandro Amenábar. It stars Julio Peña as Miguel de Cervantes, and explores Cervantes' five-year spell in captivity in Algiers. It is a Spanish-Italian co-production.
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