What you need to know:
Netflix announced the Mexican series and films it is already working on as part of the “Let Mexico See” initiative.
Contrary to what some believe, In recent years, Mexican cinema has grown significantly from strength to strength. This is mainly thanks to the great Mexican productions (series, films), which show that there is definitely talent and creativity in Mexico.
Whether through events that have marked the history of our country, to other characters who have become known through actions told by others or even through original stories, In Mexico there is material to make films and series that attract the attention of many. And if anyone knows about it, it’s Netflix.
Already for a few years The streaming platform has a kind of campaign called “ ‘Make Mexico visible‘, where he chose Mexican projects by Mexican directors, with the intention of promoting and highlighting the cinema of our country.
Thanks to this initiative, we have already seen some films that have won our hearts, such as ‘Hurricane Season’ And “The last car‘, either We will have the opportunity to see others like the adaptation of “Pedro Páramo”. by Rodrigo Prieto (Mexican nominee for the 2024 Oscars).
The platform announced the Mexican series and films that have already been released
But on this February 9th Netflix announced that productions of “Que México se ver” will continue to appear. In fact, 10 series and films have already been launched that will appear on the streaming platform in the future, with which Netflix reaffirms its commitment to audiovisual content from Mexico.
Here we tell you about these titles that belong to “Que México se Vea” on Netflix:
The dead
This series will be based on the novel by Jorge Ibargüengoitia which tells the story of the Baladro sisters as a fictional report, a story inspired by Las Poquianchis.
The Poquianchis were serial killers who caused terror in the city of San Francisco del Rincón, Guanajuato, between 1945 and 1964., where they were trafficking people. Hundreds of women suffered the most cruel and vile treatment at the hands of these sisters.
The adaptation of Ibargüengoitia’s novel and the direction This series is directed by filmmaker Luis Estrada (“La Dictadura Perfecta”, “Que Viva México”) and with production by Mezcala Films.
Gringo hunters
The series tells the story of an elite Mexican police unit that captures refugees as they flee to Mexicoand indeed this production will be inspired by real events.
“Gringo Hunter” It is based on an article by Washington Postwritten by American journalist Kevin Sieffand is filmed in Tijuana and Mexico City.
The production is carried out by Woo Films and Redrum in co-production with and in collaboration with Imagine Entertainment Washington Post.
Nobody saw us leave
This will be another series to join the Netflix catalog. “Nobody Saw Us Go” is based on the novel of the same name by Tamara Trottnerabout the pursuit of a mother who, out of revenge, wants to win back her children who were kidnapped by her husband.
This begins the confrontation between two of the most powerful families in the Jewish community in the 1960s. On this occasion The story will come to the screen with the adaptation by María Camila Arias and Big Dramaand will be a production of Alebrije Producciones and Península Films.
Several Mexican Netflix series and films will be based on novels
Cell 211 (working title),
A limited series inspired by the novel of the same name by Francisco Pérez Gandul and whose action takes place in the Social Reintegration Center (CERESO) for adults 3 in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua on December 31, 2022.
The series will consist of six episodes directed and starring Jaime Reynoso and Gerardo Naranjo Diego Calva and Noé Hernándezproduced by Woo Films.
The War Sisters
Series that tells the story of the intense rivalry between Perla and AntoniaHer sisters were marked by betrayal and subsequent cruel manipulation. Created and written by José Ignacio “Chascas” Valenzuela, Directed by Carlos Villegas and Iker Dupeyron and produced by Mar Abierto.
The Follies
After “Family,” Netflix announced this “Las Locuras” will be the new film by Mexican-Colombian director Rodrigo García. This will reach your catalog. On this occasion, the filmmaker will show how people are forced to their limits to rebel against imprisonment, self-censorship and family pressure. All with the production of Panorama Global.
The Biggest Fan (working title)
Director: María Torres (“Anonymous’), “The biggest fan” is a comedy that tells the story of Lana Cruz (Kate del Castillo). an actress who, after being rejected from Hollywood, returns to our country to star in a film and show that she can still be a big star.
On his way he meets Polly, his biggest fan and at the same time his worst nightmare. Lana must do everything she can to prevent Polly from ending her career and her patience. Produced by Gaumont and Pasajero.
criminal
Humberto Hinojosa (“The Widows of Thursdays”) will direct this feature, we’ll see how A group of privileged young people take advantage of their position social and class prejudices of society to commit crimes.
Their activities grow in ambition and danger, reflecting the harsh reality that lies behind the façade of abundance, where the weakest pay the highest price. With Alfonso Herrera, Ximena Lamadrid, Juan Pablo Fuentes, Fernando Cattori and Renata Manterola. Produced by Tigre and BH5.
Negotiating with my wife (working title)
Director: Juan Taratuto, Negotiating with My Wife is an action comedy in which Alan Binder, Mexico’s best hostage taker, has to save the president who was kidnapped with his lover. With Mauricio Ochmann, Tato Alexander and Leonardo Ortizgriz. Produced by Tiger House and Sin Sentido Films.
As you can see, there are no approximate release dates yet and some titles are even tentative and subject to change. What is reality, however, is this Netflix is already working on these Mexican series and films that already have our attention. What do you think?