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Chronology
In his 50s, Julian, divorced and financially troubled, uses a car-sharing app to travel around Madrid
Having fallen in love with a common passenger, Lorena, his problems begin when two strangers join them on their trip. On February 18, 2022 (almost a year after filming ended), it was announced that the film would be released on November 4, 2022. That day, in response to a Twitter article, director Alex de la Iglesia corrected that it would not be a horror film and that the title of the film would be “BLA, BLA.
It features L'e dernière à Marienbad (1961)
CAR” (sic), instead of “El cuarto pasajero” or “El 4º pasajero” as it had been previously. On May 17, 2022, it was announced that the release would take place on October 28, 2022, under the title “BlaBlaCar”. On August 2, a poster, now titled “El cu4rto pasajero”, was released.
Blue Sky by Electric Light Orchestra
Mr. Alex de la Iglesia, known for his mastery of suspense and horror, seems to have hit the nail on the head with El cuarto pasajero, which unfortunately falls into the category of predictable Easter comedies. Despite its potential, the film lacks the originality and suspense that fans have come to expect from De la Iglesia’s work.
The plot is simple and the outcome is clear, leaving little room for surprises or involvement
The cast, including Blanca Suarez, Alberto San Juan, and Ernesto Alterio, are talented actors, but their performances are overshadowed by a script that doesn’t match their abilities. It’s a mystery why they decided to join a project that doesn’t fully utilize their talents. The film’s humor and romantic elements are strained and lack the wit that could elevate the narrative.
It’s disappointing to see such a talented director and actors involved in a project that doesn’t leave a lasting impression
In short, “El cuarto pasajero” is a forgettable entry into Alex de la Iglesia’s filmography, lacking the depth and creativity that usually characterize his films.
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