The Snitch Cartel (2011)

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Original Title: El cártel de los sapos

The real life story of Andres Lopez Lopez aka "Frecita" during his years involved with the Colombian Cartel aka "Cartel Norte del Valle"

Film Overview
"The Snitch Cartel" is a 2011 Colombian crime film, directed by Carlos Moreno and based upon the novel by Andres Lopez and Juan Camilo Ferrand. The film tells the story of two good friends who develop themselves as powerful drug traffickers in the harmful world of the Colombian Cartel.

Plot Summary
The movie starts with Martin (Manolo Cardona) and Pepe (Diego Cadavid) maturing in the unsafe streets of Bogota, Colombia. Sick of their life of hardship, they desire leave it by going into the underground world of drug trafficking. Martin gets included with Sofía (Juana Acosta), the spouse of Drug Lord El Patron. Given that the concept in the Cartel is that betrayals are paid with blood, Martin's life is put in serious jeopardy.

Martin and Pepe's shift from small-time criminals to significant players in the Cartel entails brutal violence, betrayals, harmful alliances, and narrow leaves from law enforcement agencies. They develop a powerful drug trafficking empire, becoming affluent beyond their wildest dreams. Nevertheless, this life of abundance also features a vast selection of enemies, both in the police and the underworld.

Styles and Criticisms
"The Snitch Cartel" is a hard-hitting representation of the harsh and treacherous realities of the Colombian Cartel's world. The movie does not glorify the life of wrongdoers; rather, it concentrates on the ruthlessness, violence, and constant dread that accompany such life. Powerful efficiencies by the lead actors evocally portray the terrible truth of power and corruption worldwide of drug trafficking.

However, while the film uses a practical representation of the origins and growth of the infamous Colombian Cartel, some criticism has been directed at its excessive usage of violence and gore, which some audiences could find off-putting.

Effect and Reception
"The Snitch Cartel" has actually been well-known for its authenticity and ruthless representation of the realities of the drug trafficking world. Regardless of some criticism concerning its violent scenes, many have actually praised the film for its efficiencies, specifically praising Manolo Cardona's portrayal of a drug trafficker. The film has been recognized as a key analysis of the war on drugs depicted from the point of view of those associated with the narcotic trade.

Conclusion
In "The Snitch Cartel," Carlos Moreno utilizes proficient storytelling and compelling performances to produce a bleak and harsh cinematic representation of the drug trafficking world. The movie successfully catches the violent lifestyle and treacherous politics of the Colombian Cartel, supplying an extreme and unglamorous depiction of the life of drug lords. In spite of its harsh material, the movie's credibility, quality performing, and engaging story make it an essential addition to the body of films concentrating on the drug trade and its effects.

Top Cast

  • Juana Acosta (small)
    Juana Acosta
    Sofía
  • Manolo Cardona (small)
    Manolo Cardona
    Martín
  • Diego Cadavid (small)
    Diego Cadavid
    Pepe Cadena
  • Kuno Becker (small)
    Kuno Becker
    Damián
  • Pedro Armendáriz Jr. (small)
    Pedro Armendáriz Jr.
    Modesto
  • Adriana Barraza (small)
    Adriana Barraza
    La Abuela
  • Tom Sizemore (small)
    Tom Sizemore
    DEA Agent Sam Mathews
  • Robinson Díaz (small)
    Robinson Díaz
    Milton Jiménez 'El Cabo'
  • Andrés Parra (small)
    Andrés Parra
    Anestesia
  • Fernando Solórzano (small)
    Fernando Solórzano
    Oscar Cadena
  • Juan Pablo Raba (small)
    Juan Pablo Raba
    Pirulo