The 2018 Mexican film (Eight Out of Ten), directed by Sergio Umansky Brener, is a gritty, psychological drama that explores the crushing weight of impunity and violence in modern Mexico. The title itself is a chilling reference to a statistic regarding the high percentage of crimes that go unpunished in the country. Plot Summary
The film received significant acclaim on the festival circuit, particularly for its lead performances:
Bound by their shared frustration with a state they perceive as a "criminal enterprise," the two form a desperate alliance. As they realize the law will not help them, their quest for justice inevitably spiraled into a raw, violent thirst for . Notable Cast & Awards Ocho de cada diez (2018)
served as both the director and screenwriter for the project. Critical Reception
and Noé Hernández both received the Mezcal Award for Best Actress and Best Actor, respectively, at the Guadalajara International Film Festival. The 2018 Mexican film (Eight Out of Ten),
is a mother who has been forced to leave her daughter with a violent father and is struggling through a broken legal system to regain custody.
won the Ariel Award for Best Actor (2019) for his portrayal of Aurelio. As they realize the law will not help
Critics have described the film as "fierce" and "psychologically complex," highlighting how it uses a deeply personal story to represent a universal struggle against systemic failure. It won several other accolades, including at Austin’s Cine Las Americas International Film Festival and Best Screenplay at the Calella International Festival in Spain. Ocho de cada diez | Eight out of Ten | Cine Las Americas