La 4ª Compañía
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La 4ª Compañía
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Zambrano is a juvenile offender that when arrives to the penitentiary only longs to join a football team, Los Perros. Such illusion ends up involving ...him with the organized crime under the auspices of the authority, because the team is also the 4th Company, a squad of inmates that controls services and privileges in prison, and submits the city to crime, reporting big dividends to men of Power.A rare Mexican cinema gem inspired by real events. Shot in the naturalistic style of City of God the directors cast actual inmates from the Mexico Distrito Federal penitentiary. La Cuarta Compania is a raw look into the inner workings of the prison in the late 70's early 80's that has not changed much to this day. The film recounts the story of Mexico's first American football league where inmates turned athletes were coerced by the authorities to commit crimes while "on pass". This film was not well received by the government since it may have struck a chord to those in power. Show More

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La 4ª Compañía (2016) is a rare gem of Mexican cinema that offers a raw and realistic portrayal of life inside a notorious penitentiary. The story follows Zambrano, a juvenile offender who dreams of joining a football team called Los Perros upon his arrival at the prison. However, he soon discovers that Los Perros is more than just a team - it is the 4th Company, a group of inmates who control services and privileges within the prison and operate under the authority's patronage. The 4th Company also holds significant power outside the prison walls, as they are involved in organized crime that brings substantial profits to those in power.

This gripping film, inspired by real events, captures the essence of the late 70s and early 80s prison life that remains unchanged to this day. The directors of La 4ª Compañía took an unconventional approach by casting actual inmates from the Mexico Distrito Federal penitentiary, adding an authentic touch to the narrative. The movie's naturalistic style, reminiscent of City of God, further enhances its impact.

La 4ª Compañía received mixed reactions from the government due to its potentially uncomfortable portrayal of those in power. It sheds light on the dark underbelly of the prison system and the collusion between authorities and criminals. This thought-provoking film is a must-watch for those interested in gripping crime dramas based on real-life incidents.