José Luis Torrente

José Luis Torrente

fictional character Spain

José Luis Torrente is a fictional character created by Spanish director Santiago Segura. He is depicted as a corrupt, bumbling ex-policeman who embodies a satirical and exaggerated version of Spanish society. The character first appeared in the movie 'Torrente 1: El brazo tonto de la ley' in 1998 and has since become an iconic figure in Spanish pop culture. Torrente is known for his crude humor, politically incorrect jokes, and absurd antics. He often finds himself in ridiculous situations, reflecting societal issues through a comedic lens. The character recently gained attention for his portrayal in the upcoming film 'Torrente presidente,' where he is shown as the leader of a fictional far-right party, Nox, drawing parallels with real-life political movements.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
35,582
Power
1,065$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Spain 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 46,754,778 35,582 $1,400,000 1,065$
Totals 1 46,754,778 35,582 $1,400,000 1,065$
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Recent Mentions

Spain Spain: José Luis Torrente is the misogynistic and racist police officer character portrayed by Santiago Segura. 5

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