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Plot

The plot follows an attempt of

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pulled by four women (including a

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working in the target bank, a pregnant hairdresser, and a street urchin).

Cast

Production

The screenplay was written by . 1962 comedy ''

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'' was an inspiration for ''The Hold-Up''. The film, Eva Lesmes' sophomore feature, was produced by Bocaboca in association with

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Release

Distributed by Columbia TriStar, the film was theatrically released in Spain on 4 May 2001.

Reception

Jonathan Holland of ''

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'' deemed the film to be an "engaging femme comedy built around an unlikely bank heist" confirming helmer's talent for comedy.

Accolades

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References

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