Arcee: So today is Cinco de Mayo, May 5th. A kind of significant day in Mexican history. No, it is not the official day of Mexican Independence that most Americans believe it to be (that day is actually September 16th), but May 5th is significant in that it commemorates the unlikely victory of the Mexican army over those of the bigger and more well equipped French army of Napoleon III in the Battle of Puebla on this day in 1862. Though this day is mainly celebrated regionally in Mexico in the city and state of Puebla, in the US it has become a day celebrating Mexican heritage and pride. So, as the proud descendant of a primarily Mexican family, I want to take this time to list my ten favorite movies that take place in Mexico. To make the list, these movies had to take place primarily in Mexico, which is why films like Babel, Traffic and several others have been omitted from the list. With that in mind, the following ten are the ones that I remember most fondly and appreciate for taking place and bringing attention to the country where most of my familiar roots come from.
The Idea of You Review: Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine's electric chemistry is thoroughly enjoyable in simple, fluffy romantic film.
Heeramandi Review: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic is a mesmerising watch, filled with revenge and the struggle for love and power.
Fiasco Review: This series is weirdly good at making you laugh and roll with its absurdity.
Nice list! It's comforting to know I'm not the only one who decided to post a Cinco de Mayo inspired list. Kudos!
Robert Rodriguez and Danny Trejo you are awesome and Yeahhhhhh!!!!!!
Cool list but I didn't know that Antonio Banderas had made a movie of Pancho Villa...guess I'm going to have to look that one up.