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A free press is a cornerstone of a democracy. But in Mexico, independent journalists have been facing escalating violence and intimidation since the "war on drugs" began over two decades ago. Operating in zones of silence where narcos and corrupt officials make reporting almost impossible, four brave journalists — Jesús Medina, Juan de Dios García Davish, María de Jesús Peters and March Vizcarra — are forced to choose between their safety and their careers. Executive produced by Gael García Bernal and Diego Luna, this searing documentary is a dire reminder that the press should always be protected. Official Selection, 2024 Tribeca and Guadalajara film festivals. DIR/SCR Santiago Maza; PROD Abril López Carrillo. Mexico, 2024, color, 79 min. In Spanish with English subtitles. NOT RATED

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