For a relatively unknown movie I thought 'Backyard' (or 'El Traspatio') was terrific. It is a brutally honest account of events in Juarez, a Mexican town, during the 90s, in which hundreds of woman were abducted, sexually assaulted and murdered.
The film follows detective Blanca Bravo as she attempts to solve the latest in a long line of killings. However, she is up against it as there is little desire for justice, especially from the town's Governor who attempts to play down the events, claiming the town is no different to any other.
Not only is this an extremely well made, fascinating film, but it is also educational. I would highly recommend it for anybody interested in real crime stories.
The film follows detective Blanca Bravo as she attempts to solve the latest in a long line of killings. However, she is up against it as there is little desire for justice, especially from the town's Governor who attempts to play down the events, claiming the town is no different to any other.
Not only is this an extremely well made, fascinating film, but it is also educational. I would highly recommend it for anybody interested in real crime stories.