| ID | 142617 |
| Title Proper | Cinematic representations of the Mexican narco war |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Bunker, Robert J ; Cruz, José de Arimatéia da |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This essay provides an overview of the eras of Mexican cinema followed by an analysis of 10 Spanish-language narco cinematic representations, an overview of the eras of American cinema followed by an analysis of 10 English language narco cinematic representations, and a conclusion that compares and contrasts the Mexican and US narco war cinematic experience. Due to divergent national trajectories – Mexico is engulfed in narco violence and corruption while the United States is not – more differences than similarities exist between these national cinematic genres. Dark spirituality themes are also increasingly evident in more recent narco war films. |
| `In' analytical Note | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol. 26, No.4; Aug 2015: p.702-716 |
| Journal Source | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol: 26 No 4 |
| Key Words | Narcotics ; Mexico ; Cinema ; Films ; Santa Muerte ; Cartels ; Sinaloa Cartel ; Narco Cinema |