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Drug Wars: The Camarena Story (1990)

Drug Wars: The Camarena Story (1990)
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Directed by Brian Gibson, this television mini-series stars Steven Bauer as an undercover DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, whose kidnapping and subsequent murder lead to an intensive investigation. The shocking findings all pointed towards a disturbing connection between the Mexican government and high-profile druglords. Based on a true story, Drug Wars also features Benicio Del Toro, Elizabeth Pena, Treat Wilson, and Miguel Ferrer. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

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Director(s):
Brian Gibson
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Drug Wars: The Camarena Story

Directed by Brian Gibson, this television mini-series stars Steven Bauer as an undercover DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, whose kidnapping and subsequent murder lead to an intensive investigation. The shocking findings all pointed towards a disturbing connection between the Mexican government and high-profile druglords. Based on a true story, Drug Wars also features Benicio Del Toro, Elizabeth Pena, Treat Wilson, and Miguel Ferrer. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
130 mins
Director(s):
Brian Gibson
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Drug Wars: The Camarena Story Awards:
  • 1990 - Academy of Television Arts and Sciences - Outstanding Miniseries
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Nicole K.

Yes it is long, but it was a TV miniseries of a true event. That being said, the acting is excellent, and it is an eye opening movie about how little DEA agents are given to do their jobs or even protect themselves. There is a huge contrast between the wealth and freedom of the drug lords, versus the underpaid and often un armed agents trying to stop them without government help. Also, it's a role Benicio del Toro does so well, it's what I think of each time I see him in a new film. You'll get caught up in this horrible telling of the capture and hiding of a US DEA agent and the money, politics and our own governments' delay in finding him while his fellow agents go around the rules to try and get their friend.

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Jeffrey L.

This was a well acted movie. I really found it enjoyable, though frustrating in spots. Towards the end it dragged a little, but all in all it was very good. It kind of embarresses you with the arrogance of this country, and saddens you to see how much money drugs are making.

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