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Smoke & Mirrors is a 2016 Spanish political thriller directed by Alberto Rodríguez and known in Spanish as El hombre de las mil caras. Based on real events, it centers on former Spanish intelligence operative Francisco Paesa and his role in concealing and recovering money connected to Luis Roldán, a former head of the Civil Guard. The film combines espionage, financial deception, and political scandal, and stars Eduard Fernández as Paesa.
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What is Smoke & Mirrors about?
Smoke & Mirrors is a Spanish political thriller about Francisco Paesa, a former intelligence operative involved in hiding and recovering money linked to a major corruption scandal. The film is based on real events and is known in Spanish as El hombre de las mil caras.
Who directed Smoke & Mirrors?
The film was directed by Alberto Rodríguez, who also directed the acclaimed Spanish crime drama Marshland. Smoke & Mirrors was released in 2016.
Is Smoke & Mirrors based on a true story?
Yes. Its story draws on the real actions of Francisco Paesa and the corruption case surrounding Luis Roldán, a former senior Spanish police official. The film dramatizes those events rather than presenting them as a documentary.
What is the original Spanish title of Smoke & Mirrors?
The original Spanish title is El hombre de las mil caras, which translates as The Man with a Thousand Faces. The title reflects Paesa's shifting identities and reputation for deception.
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