Kingdom of Shadows (2015) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

2015 · 75 min · English

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Directed by

Bernardo Ruiz

This gripping documentary explores the harsh realities of the U.S.-Mexico drug war and its impact on those living within it. The film features personal accounts from individuals on different sides of the conflict, including a former smuggler known as Don Henry Ford Jr., a dedicated federal agent named Oscar Hagelsieb, and Sister Consuelo Morales, who works directly with those affected by the violence. Their stories reveal the human cost and the complex challenges of this ongoing struggle.