(2021), released internationally as Carpoolers , is a Spanish road movie that blends elements of black comedy and suspenseful thriller . Directed and written by Martín Cuervo in his feature film debut, the story centers on four strangers who share a car ride from Madrid to Cieza using a rideshare app (similar to BlaBlaCar). Plot and Themes
The movie features a compact ensemble cast that drives the narrative through their interactions:
The film is primarily set within the of a car, relying heavily on sharp, rapid-fire dialogue to build tension. As the journey progresses, the passengers begin to exchange secrets and personal stories, but the atmosphere shifts as suspicions arise about the eccentric driver , Julián.