The Other Side (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2000, The Other Side is a drama film directed by Salvador García Ruiz, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. Suspected of murder, fifteen year-old Ramón Fortuna is held in a detention centre. He feels as if he has woken from a dream, a dream lived in Vallecas, a working-class neighborhood in Madrid. His childhood is over. His mother and sister have dedicated their lives to him; now, although convinced of his innocence, they are powerless. His lawyer Marcelo - another son of El Barrio - is reluctant to take the case, happier to sever all ties with his secret past and a love long lost.
Who’s in it. The Other Side stars Àlex Casanovas as Marcelo, Jorge Alcázar as Ramón, Alberto Ferreiro as Aníbal and Pepa Pedroche as Gloria, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Other Side has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Other Side page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Other Side tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Other Side (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Other Side change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Other Side worth watching?
- The Other Side holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Other Side?
- The Other Side stars Àlex Casanovas, Jorge Alcázar, Alberto Ferreiro, Pepa Pedroche and Empar Ferrer.
- When was The Other Side released?
- The Other Side was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.