El padrino: The Latin Godfather (2004)
In the streets of East Los Angeles, Manny is a formidable drug dealer. Impressed by his extravagant lifestyle and prowess, his young son, Kilo, yearns to follow in his footsteps. Kilo resolves to learn how to prosper in the drug world, and his new life as a dealer begins. In a world where a man wants everything, he may end up with nothing.
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Some things I liked some I did not.
Best movie ever!
Mostly, the movie is committed to the value of a good time.
Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.
Kilo is half white and half Mexican. His white mother tries to keep him away from the streets, but Kilo wants to follow in his drug dealing father's footsteps. Kilo's "anglo" looks make it easier for him to sell drugs at predominantly white high schools and colleges. Eventually he becomes a cocaine kingpin.This isn't the best movie I've ever seen but it's not the worst, either. The worst thing about the movie (IMO) was Jennifer Tilly as the daughter of a Colombian drug dealer. OH LORD was she bad! And not bad in a funny, entertaining way, either. It was painful to watch. Why in the name of all that is holy was she cast as a Latina?! Damian Chapa is a talented writer and director (and very easy on the eyes!). With a bigger budget (and no Tilly! :o ) this movie could have been a lot better.
I absolutely recommend this movie to anyone who wants to be entertained.The directing,acting,and the story is brilliant.Definitely up there with films like scarface and the godfather.This movie makes your heart race.Damian Chapa as well as all of the cast was amazing.I would definitely rent this movie.Damian Chapa deserves an academy award for his acting,and for the way he portrayed the life of a gangster.This movie is a soon to be classic,and an all around brilliant piece of film-making.I loved it and I give it 10 stars.In a sentence the only way to describe it is a film without any flaws.Watch this movie and you'll see what i mean. 2 thumbs up!!!!!!!
We have Picture club here and our movie of the Year is Elpadrino.All of our 27 members are enthralled with this film. Damian Chapa is captivating and a rare actor of this day and age.We Thought this film would be typical but have found a different kind of spirit in this Story.It is very new as when things were still evolving in the movie world . There has been life breathed into this work and it is a very special picture.We can't put into words how much this movie has impressed us.See it and you will not be disappointed.The way films should be made.Worth every penny.
I love Movies that take you into them. A movie that actually leaves you feeling weak when its over and this kind of movie is rare.Damian is so talented and versatile in so many ways of writing and portraying different Characters on screen. This movie has a cutting edge to it. A main stream cast for such a low budget. Why is it that a Man with this much talent and Charisma , ( not to Mention sex appeal in ways beyond most other actors ) can do this with so little money to work with????? These Actors really believe in his script and Raw talent as a Director, writer and Actor. I am so pleased to know such a modern day genius is out there , letting is passion for Art drive him and taking us as an audience with him. Damian I have heard of you through so many different circles and do not let the Jealous people of this world get to you. Martin gets this , Fellini got it and you will always get it. The fire and passion in you is what we love to watch on Screen. Thankyou for being different and having the guts to write like you do. You are a one of a kind Director, do not listen to the empty vessels.