La Civil (2023)
89%RT Audience Score:
Awards & Nominations: NA
La Civil is a film that delves into the dark and violent world of Mexican cartels, and it does so with a level of authenticity that is both impressive and terrifying. The film’s quiet and introspective scenes serve to heighten the tension of its sporadic moments of violence, making them all the more powerful. Arcelia Ramírez’s portrayal of a mother seeking justice for her abducted daughter is nothing short of breathtaking, and her character’s moral complexity adds a layer of depth to the story that is unusual in this type of film. While some critics have found fault with the film’s lukewarm and unrealistic ending, it is undeniable that La Civil is a gripping and powerful drama that offers a nuanced portrait of the culture of violence that has come to define modern Mexico.
La Civil” is a movie that will have you on the edge of your seat, but don’t worry, you won’t fall off because the tension will keep you glued there. The story of a mother’s quest for justice in a corrupt system is both heart-wrenching and thrilling. Arcelia Ramirez’s performance is so good, you’ll forget you’re watching a movie and start rooting for her like she’s a real person. The violence is brutal, but it’s not gratuitous, and it serves to highlight the dangers of taking justice into your own hands. Overall, “La Civil” is a must-watch for anyone who loves a good thriller with a side of social commentary.
Production Company(ies)
Foreign Language, Teorema
Distributor
Zeitgeist Films
Release Type
Filming Location(s)
Durango, Mexico
MPAA / Certificate
NR
Year of Release
2023
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:2h 25m
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Language(s):Spanish
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Country of origin:Belgium, Mexico
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Mar 3, 2023 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 16, 2023
Genre(s)
Drama
Keyword(s)
La Civil, Drama, Spanish, Teodora Ana Mihai, Hans Everaert, Arcelia Ramírez, Álvaro Guerrero, Jorge A Jimenez, Ayelén Muzo, Juan Daniel García Treviño, Alessandra Goñi Bucio, Northern Mexico, criminal gang, mother, daughter, investigation, army Lieutenant, violence, corruption, mass grave, DNA analyses, kidnappers, avenging activist, emotional rollercoaster, true events, limited release, streaming, 2023, Zeitgeist Films, reviewed by Cath Clarke, Manuel Betancourt, Gary M Kramer, Hugo Hernández Valdivia, Erick Estrada, Carlos Bonfil, Alejandro Alemán, Anton Bitel, Rob Aldam, Rene Sanchez, Allan Hunter, Ricardo Gallegos, MPAA rating, box office performance, budget, producer Hans Everaert, written by Teodora Ana Mihai
Worldwide gross: NA
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): NA
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US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Álvaro Guerrero – Gustavo
Jorge A. Jimenez – Lamarque
Ayelén Muzo – Robles
Juan Daniel García Treviño – El Puma
Alessandra Goñi Bucio – Comandante Inez
Teodora Ana Mihai – Writer, Director
Hans Everaert – Producer
Director(s)
Teodora Ana Mihai
Writer(s)
Teodora Ana Mihai,
Producer(s)
Hans Everaert
Film Festivals
Cannes
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
Plot
La Civil follows a mother’s search for her daughter, who was abducted by a criminal gang in Northern Mexico, as she takes matters into her own hands and collaborates with an unconventional army lieutenant to uncover the truth.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Arcelia Ramírez gives an outstanding performance as Cielo, the mother who takes matters into her own hands to find her kidnapped daughter.
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