Miss Bala
Director: Catherine Hardwicke
Actors: Gina Rodriguez, Thomas Dekker, Vivian Chan
PlotGloria is a makeup artist from Los Angeles who travels to Tijuana to visit her best friend, Suzu. During a night out at a local club, a violent drug cartel attacks, and in the chaos, Suzu disappears. Desperate to find her friend, Gloria crosses paths with Lino, the leader of the cartel, who coerces her into working for him. As she becomes involved in the dangerous world of drug trafficking and corruption, Gloria finds herself trapped between the cartel's demands and the authorities' suspicions.
Forced to navigate a treacherous landscape, Gloria's resilience and savvy are tested as she searches for a way to rescue Suzu and escape the cartel's clutches. Balancing precariously between maintaining her innocence and becoming further entangled in criminal activities, Gloria must make strategic decisions to survive and protect those she loves. Through her ordeal, she discovers a strength she never knew she had, transforming from a victim into a determined fighter.
Writers: Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer
Release Date: 01 Feb 2019
Runtime: 104 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: Mexico, United States
Language: English, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Miss Bala delivers engaging visuals and decent performances, but its generic plot, subdued suspense, and mixed audio make it a moderate rental at best.
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