The Delinquents 2023
"Steal back your life."
In Rodrigo Moreno's wry and suspenseful drama *The Delinquents (2023)*, a quiet bank clerk named Morán confesses to his oblivious coworker Román over dinner that he's embezzled $650,000—exactly twice his lifetime earnings—planning to turn himself in after stashing the cash.
Director: Rodrigo Moreno
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Delinquents (2023) about?
*The Delinquents* follows Morán, a seemingly invisible bank clerk in Buenos Aires who embezzles $650,000—exactly double his projected earnings—then proposes an unusual deal to his coworker Román: help hide the money, and split the profits while Morán serves his sentence.
Who directed The Delinquents?
The film is directed by Argentine filmmaker Rodrigo Moreno, known for his sharp, character-driven dramas.
Who stars in The Delinquents?
The cast features Daniel Elías as Morán, Esteban Bigliardi as Román, and Margarita Molfino in pivotal supporting roles.
Is The Delinquents (2023) worth watching?
With its genre-blending mix of drama, comedy, and crime, *The Delinquents* offers a fresh take on heist films. While IMDb hasn't rated it yet, its 3-hour runtime and thematic depth make it a compelling watch for fans of slow-burn cinema.
How long is The Delinquents?
The runtime is 190 minutes (3 hours and 10 minutes).
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About The Delinquents (2023) — A Quiet Clerk's Crime and the Cost of Freedom
In Rodrigo Moreno's wry and suspenseful drama *The Delinquents (2023)*, a quiet bank clerk named Morán confesses to his oblivious coworker Román over dinner that he's embezzled $650,000—exactly twice his lifetime earnings—planning to turn himself in after stashing the cash. The twist? Morán offers Román a cut if he'll keep the money hidden during his jail time, setting up a morally charged game of trust and betrayal. With dry humor and understated tension, the film explores themes of invisibility in modern life, the seductive pull of rebellion, and the fleeting nature of freedom.
Moreno crafts a slow-burn crime drama that's as much about the mundane as it is about the outlaw, anchored by a stellar cast. The 3-hour runtime (a rarity in today's cinema) feels deliberate, mirroring the protagonist's meticulous planning and the suffocating routine of his double life. *The Delinquents* isn't just a heist tale—it's a darkly comic meditation on economic despair and the quiet desperation that drives ordinary people to extraordinary acts.