Mexico Dead or Alive
Overview
A portrait of the country of Mexico, as seen through the eyes of Mario Rojas Alba, a physician and former member of Congress, who fled to Montreal as a political refugee after surviving a brutal physical assault. During a cautious trip home, he guides us through the workings of political repression and violence in Mexico. The resulting film reveals the darker side of this vast country which became our official trading partner in 1994 under NAFTA (the North American Free Trade Agreement), an accord criticized by a great many Mexicans, especially the indigenous people of Chiapas, who rose in revolt, demanding a more just and democratic society. On the Day of the Dead, families and friends remember those who have "disappeared"; widows lay flowers on the graves of husbands slain for opposing the ruling party. By their side, Alba reaffirms his commitment to a peaceful transition toward true democracy.
About Mexico Dead or Alive (1996)
Released in 1996, Mexico Dead or Alive is a documentary film from ONF | NFB (Canada). It was directed by Mary Ellen Davis. The cast is led by Antonia Neri Juárez, Modesta Ortega Ramírez, Amelia Ramírez, Cirina Ramírez and Norberto Ramírez Calzado. With a runtime of 53m, the film averages 9.0/10 across 1 TMDB ratings.
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