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Two mobsters walk into a hospital and accidentally find their souls. Oops.
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77
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67
Google
85

Maktub (2011)

feel-good chaosfound familyChristmas with edge

Overview

ComedyFamily

The title refers to those strange coincidences that happen to us sometimes and that seem inevitable, like a product of destiny. Inspired by the experience of a Canarian child victim of cancer, the film is conceived as a Christmas story.

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Standout Aspects

Acting

Diego Peretti's gruff-soft transformation is chef's kiss.

Writing

Mobsters meet sick kids. Somehow avoids full cheese.

Production

Canary Islands setting gives fresh holiday aesthetic.

Best for:Date Night: They'll cry, you'll cry, everyone cries. Bonding achieved.·Family: Spanish holiday viewing that actually has teeth.·Rewatch: Better every Christmas. Yes, it's become tradition.
Heads up:Emotional: Pediatric cancer storyline. Bring tissues, obviously.
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Director

Paco Arango

ReleasedDec 16, 2011
Runtime1h 55m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelheavy
Calcón
Sonrisas Que Hacen Magia Producciones

Top Cast

Diego Peretti

Diego Peretti

Manolo

Aitana Sánchez-Gijón

Aitana Sánchez-Gijón

Beatriz

Goya Toledo

Goya Toledo

Mari Luz

Rosa María Sardà

Rosa María Sardà

Guadalupe

Amparo Baró

Amparo Baró

Merche

Mariví Bilbao

Mariví Bilbao

Puri

Jorge Garcia

Jorge Garcia

Carlos

Enrique Villén

Enrique Villén

Raimundo

Laura Esquivel

Laura Esquivel

Linda

Héctor Colomé

Héctor Colomé

Paco

Arón Piper

Arón Piper

Iñaki

Sara Jiménez

Sara Jiménez

Elena

Oriol Tarrasón

Oriol Tarrasón

Román

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Cultural

The title comes from Arabic 'written'—popularized by Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist, reflecting Spain's complex Moorish heritage.

Insight

Director Paco Arango founded the Aladina Foundation for pediatric cancer patients; the film fundraises for real kids' treatment.

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Maktub - Trailer HD

Maktub - Trailer HD

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