Birds of Passage
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An indigenous Wayuu family becomes wealthy and powerful in the Colombian marijuana bonanza, but greed and honor lead to a fratricidal war that puts their lives and culture at risk.
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As the American youth embraces hippie culture in the 1970s, marijuana bonanza hits Colombia, quickly turning farmers into seasoned businessmen. In the Guajira desert, an indigenous Wayuu family takes a leading role in this new venture and comes to enjoy the perks of both wealth and power. But when greed, passion, and honor collide, a fratricidal war ensues that will put their lives, their culture and their ancestral traditions at risk.
"This is simply one of the best Latin American films of the last decade. Winner of the Fénix Awards in three categories (Best Film, Music and Actress), 'Birds of Passage' is to Latin American Spanish-speaking culture what 'The Godfather' was to North American culture: an exciting narrative of the conflicts and crimes that have marked the region for generations. With spectacular photography, a wonderful story and incredible performances, this is a film that fans of productions like 'Narcos' or those interested in the history of drug trafficking should not miss."