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Release Year2016
Runtime1h 40m
LanguageEN
CertificationNR
Genres—
Votes3
DirectorMark Christensen
WritersMark Christensen
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsNorth by El Norte
About North by El Norte
A Mexican man (Uncle John) played by (Danny Trejo) seeks to avenge his brothers murder when he attempts to cross the US/Mexican border. (Bondo) (Uncle John's nephew) played by (Douglas Spain) attempts at completing his fathers journey North. "A bad Tijuana cop" harasses Bondo's and his many attempts at crossing. Bond's cousin Maria (Patricia Rey) is forced into a relationship with the cop and wants out. Bondo, to be successful at a home made flying machine, he lands at Santa Monica pier California. Bondo gets caught and brought back to the bad TJ cop where he forces him to be a drug mule. Uncle John gets word and seek his final avenge.
Directed by Mark Christensen, North by El Norte leans on a strong ensemble — Danny Trejo, Douglas Spain, Patricia Rae — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2016.
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