This interesting film, written and directed by Humberto Hinojosa Ozcariz, reveals a new talent in the Mexican cinema. The bonding between two friends that goes back to their childhood, is at the center of the story. In a way, this theme has been seen before in outstanding films like "Y tu mama tambien" and "Rudo y cursi", where actors of the stature of Gabriel Garcia Bernal and Diego Luna were the stars and the main attraction for discerning viewers.
Jose and Kumbia find themselves working as shepherds in the ranch of a powerful man. While Kumbia dreams of going up North, Jose, is not totally convinced that is in their best interests. Both young men find an unwanted adversary in Jeronimo, the son of their employer, who will make their lives impossible. The appearance of Maria, a beautiful woman who takes an interest in Jose, will bring things into a head.
"Oveja negra" is a film that combines drama with the picaresque as Jose and Kumbia resort into getting their due from the bad boy and his ruthless father. The director was lucky to find an excellent cast that does wonders to deliver what he intended to do. Christian Vazquez and Rodrigo Corea play Jose and Kumbia showing good chemistry. Ivan Arana has the best part in Jeronimo, the spoiled rich boy that feels he must get rid of the two ranch hands. Lovely Ximena Romo Mercado makes a good contribution with her Maria.
Technically, this film has nothing to envy more costly productions. Thanks to the crisp cinematography of Kenji Katori, those luminous Mexican exteriors are seen in all its splendor. The musical score is by Ernesto Paredano. There is no doubt Mr. Hinojosa Ozcariz will go far if he continues the promise he shows.
Jose and Kumbia find themselves working as shepherds in the ranch of a powerful man. While Kumbia dreams of going up North, Jose, is not totally convinced that is in their best interests. Both young men find an unwanted adversary in Jeronimo, the son of their employer, who will make their lives impossible. The appearance of Maria, a beautiful woman who takes an interest in Jose, will bring things into a head.
"Oveja negra" is a film that combines drama with the picaresque as Jose and Kumbia resort into getting their due from the bad boy and his ruthless father. The director was lucky to find an excellent cast that does wonders to deliver what he intended to do. Christian Vazquez and Rodrigo Corea play Jose and Kumbia showing good chemistry. Ivan Arana has the best part in Jeronimo, the spoiled rich boy that feels he must get rid of the two ranch hands. Lovely Ximena Romo Mercado makes a good contribution with her Maria.
Technically, this film has nothing to envy more costly productions. Thanks to the crisp cinematography of Kenji Katori, those luminous Mexican exteriors are seen in all its splendor. The musical score is by Ernesto Paredano. There is no doubt Mr. Hinojosa Ozcariz will go far if he continues the promise he shows.
