LIVING WITH DAILY THREATS FROM DRUG CARTELS

Cinemavixion Review

This documentary offers a stark glimpse into the challenging realities faced by individuals living in marginalized communities, specifically focusing on the Taos Mesa and the fringes of Albuquerque. The narrative highlights the resilience of residents in an area described as the 'world’s biggest open-air mental asylum,' where the constant threat from drug cartels shapes daily existence. A central figure, Carlos, embodies a determination to live off the grid, a choice made even more perilous by the proximity of organized crime. The film delves into themes of survival, isolation, and the human spirit's endurance against formidable odds, providing a raw and unflinching look at life on the edge.