A Spanish slang phrase used to refer to someone who has been severely punished or beaten, similar to how a movie villain might be treated. It can also be used to refer to someone who has been reprimanded or heavily criticized.
Examples
- Spanish: Después de que el jefe descubrió su error, a Juan le dieron como a pillo de película.
- English: After the boss discovered his mistake, John was reprimanded as if he was a movie villain.