Cinematic representations of the Mexican Narco War

Authors

Robert J. Bunker, Claremont Graduate UniversityFollow
Jose de Arimateia da Cruz, Armstrong State University

Document Type

Article

Department

Politics and Economics (CGU)

Publication Date

2015

Disciplines

Legal Studies | Political Science | Public Affairs, Public Policy and Public Administration

Abstract

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.

Rights Information

© 2017 Taylor & Francis

DOI

http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09592318.2015.1050821

Recommended Citation

Bunker, R. J., & da Cruz, J. de A. (2015). Cinematic Representations of the Mexican Narco War. Small Wars & Insurgencies., 26(4), 702–716.