"Hell" "Thank you." "I'm going now, mama." "Take care of yourself." "Pedro." "I love you, bro." "Don't worry." "When I have enough money, I'll come for you." "20 years later" "Grab your bag, it's on the left," "Keep on walking." "Next." "Garcia." "Garcia." "Grab your bags, keep on walking." "Welcome back to Mexico." "Don't come back." "Next." "Hernandez." "Hernandez." "By my mother, I am Mexican" "By destiny, I am American" "I am of the golden people" "I am Mexican and American." "I understand your English" "And I can speak to you in Castillian" "I am of the golden people" "I am Mexican and American." "The money, asshole." "The money!" "Give it up or I'll kill you." "Give me your money!" "Whatever you're carrying!" "Come on, Give it up!" "And the watch?" "Zacatecas to Minnesota" "From Tijuana to New York" "Two nations are my land" "I defend them with my honor." "Two languages and two countries," "Two cultures I have as well," "I take pride in my good fortune" "Because God commands it so." "By my mother, I am Mexican" "By destiny, I am American" "I am of the golden people" "I am Mexican and American." "Hi Mom!" "How are you?" "Mama?" "It's Benjamin!" "How can you not know me?" "Benjamin!" "You fucking bastard!" "Thank you, mom." "The thing I missed the most about Mexico was your cooking, mama." "I was so sick of those "hot dogs" and "cheeseburgers."" "You don't even care." "Twenty years on the other side and you never sent even one dollar!" "I thought you were dead!" "You're right, Mom." "But I'm no better off now than I was when I left." "Did you find out anything about your father?" "I went out on the streets and looked for him, but..." "Well, the U.S. is very big, mama." "Like father, like son." "So tell me, where's Pedro?" "Did he go to work in San Miguel?" "No." "Your brother was killed like a dog." "He was following the wrong path, and one day he turned up shot." "What do you mean, he was killed?" "What happened?" "Why didn't you tell me?" "Oh, so now your little brother is so important," "But in 20 years you didn't even think to send a postcard?" "If you wanted to know, where were you?" "My bro!" "If you had kept your promise, he would still be with us." "Bro..." "What happened?" "What do you think, young man?" "It's our daily bread." "You do remember we're at war here?" "At war?" "Oh god." "But just look at those kids." "That's how gangsters start out," "But those two will end up just like the ones on the ground." "Let's go, Benji!" "The cops are coming!" "Move it!" "Come on!" "Let's go, mama." "Let's go!" "There's no reason for us to be here." "Morning, ma'am." "What can we get you, young man?" "No, I wanted to ask you..." "Do you know what happened to the tire shop next door?" "Oh, The Garcia's?" "About 8 years ago they moved to the new highway, by kilometer 18." "You'll see a junkyard near there." "And do you know if Don Rociando Garcia is still there?" "No." "I don't know." "Everything sure has changed, hasn't it?" "You have a lot of questions." "Are you from around here?" "Don't you recognize me, ma'am?" "I'm Benjamin Garcia." ""El Benny!"" "I was a friend of your son, "El Beto!"" "It's true, I recognize your face." "And where's El Beto?" "I just got back from the other side, and I'd love to see him." "We buried my son six years ago." "Oh, Lord." "I'm terribly sorry." "May God keep him in His holy glory." "Oh, Beto." "And don't you want to know how my boy died?" "It was your brother, "El Diablo," who killed him." "My brother?" "So if you're going to come walking around here, walk very carefully, son." "Well, thank you for the warning, ma'am..." "And...well...again, really, I'm very sorry." "You're not as sorry as I am." "I'm so sorry." "Cochiloco?" "You'll never guess who's walking around in San Miguel." "What can I do for you?" "What'supMister?" "How are you?" "I'm sorry, mister but..." "No English!" "What happened to you to me," "Godfather?" "You don't remember your favorite godson?" "Long time no see, my godson!" "And look how fucking stupid you look!" "A fucking American!" "Still talking out of your ass, I see." "Only because I'm so happy to see you!" "Don't give me any shit like you did as a kid!" "Wait here while I get some beers to celebrate." "CRISIS AND VIOLENCE DEVASTATE COUNTRY" "If I had known, I would have stayed on the other side." "I don't think you have any idea what this country has become." "It can't be worse than when I left, Godfather." "Think about it..." "Crisis!" "Unemployment!" "Violence!" "In one year, we've seen 13,000 people killed!" "It's almost a civil war." "Everyone against everyone." "We've been cursed." "But, anyway, tell me about you!" "How did the Gringos treat you?" "Twenty years!" "That's a long time!" "You must have fistfulls of cash!" "Oh, Godfather, there's nothing to tell." "Godfather, what do your know about my brother?" "I've heard so many things..." "Last I heard, he left your mother's ranch because he didn't want to be poor anymore." "He went to San Miguel, and joined up with some very, very bad people." "Drug dealers, dropouts, murderers!" "Everyone knew him as "El Diablo."" "No shit?" "Yeah." "He made himself famous." "Everyone was scared of him." "Until one day he turned up dead." "They say he had sixty bullets in him." "Sixty bullets?" "And who killed him?" "It could've been anyone." "In this town, you get killed for nothing at all." "Is there anyone who could tell me more?" "Your brother was living with a woman when he was killed." "Her name is Guadalupe Solis." "And she works at the "Salon Mexico."" "A fucking seedy joint in the red light district in San Miguel." "A prostitute?" "Well..." "Afternoon." "Marisol is already waiting for you." "Thanks, I just want a beer." "Just a beer?" "Yes." "Gloria!" "Move it, bitch, and bring this guy a beer." "Sit!" "Hi there, handsome." "Aren't you going to buy me one?" "Another day, beautiful." "But coincidentally, do you know miss Guadalupe Solis?" "Lupe?" "She's busy right now, but I'll send her over in a minute." "What's the matter, cowboy?" "Not hot enough for you?" "Uh... have a seat, gorgeous!" "Have a seat!" "You want something to drink?" "I'm busy right now." "But if you can bear it , I'll be with you in a little while." "No, no, it's not like that." "I'm Bejamin Garcia." ""El Benny!" I'm Pedro's brother." "Maybe he told you about me." "Ah, so you are the famous Benny." "I just found out what happened to my brother, and I was wondering if you could tell me a little more." "I imagine the news hit you hard." "I'd love to talk, but right now, I can't." "Let me give you my address." "What are you doing with my girl, asshole?" "Calm down, darling." "He's a relative." "And you're leaving, right?" "Yes." "Hey handsome." "Here's the address." "Take care." "What's up, man?" "What do you need?" "I'm looking for Miss Lupe..." "She lives here, right?" "She's not here right now." "Anyway, asshole, she doesn't see clients at home." "Calm down, man." "I'm not a client." "My name is Benjamin Garcia." "Her brother-in law." "Uncle Benny?" "From the United States?" "I'm Benjamin too!" "I'm your nephew!" "Come in!" "Don't stand out there!" "Come in!" "You want something to drink?" "No, nephew." "I should wait for your mother." "Sit wherever, uncle, come on, sit down." "Listen." "I heard you got rich in Gringoland." "My mom always said you were full of cash." "Well...more or less." "But why don't we talk about you instead?" "How did you get along with your Dad?" "Do you remember him?" "Of course." "My dad was the baddest motherfucker in this fucking town." "They say he was good with women, but better with guns." "They say he killed more than 20 motherfuckers." "Okay!" "Well!" "Why don't you tell me about yourself instead." "How old are you?" "Me?" "Sixteen." "Oh come on, kid," "Don't be a liar." "Well, the truth is I'm 14, but don't I look older?" "Oh, yeah." "And what's your best subject?" "Let's not talk about that, uncle." "The truth is I'm not very good at school." "Have you thought about what you want to be when you grow up?" "What else?" "I want to be a badass like my Dad!" "Hi Mom!" "Look who's here!" "Uncle Benny!" "My dad's brother from the United States!" "Yes, we already met." "And are you two getting along?" "Yeah, we were just chatting." "Did you do your homework?" "Of course, Mom!" "Uncle Benny helped me." "Right, uncle?" "Oh, son." "What would your grandmother think of you?" "Go on." "Get to bed." "Alright, uncle, time for me to go." "See you soon!" "We'll have a few beers!" "Alright nephew, I'll be around." "Alright, later." "How is it possible that my brother turned out like this?" "When I met your brother, he was already a serious gangster." "But in spite of all that, I always loved him dearly." "Do you know who killed him?" "No idea." "Your brother had many enemies." "It could have been anyone." "And how did my nephew take it?" "When Pedro died he was a little kid." "But his dad is his hero." "And I'm terrified that living here he'll follow in his father's footsteps." "And do you think what you do is a good example for my nephew?" "What are you talking about, asshole?" "Oh, come on, Lupita." "Working as a whore in a shack like that, you think that's a good..." "You know what, Benjamin Garcia?" "Go find your brother, motherfucker!" "Lupita..." "Go back where you came from!" "Or just go to Hell!" "Move it!" "I'm sorry, Lupita, I didn't..." "Go fuck your mother, asshole!" "What the fuck!" "Look how you turned out, bro." "Drug trafficker, murderer, pimp." "And dead." "What happened to you, my bro?" "But I swear to you, by the blessed virgen of Guadalupe, that I'm going to try to help your wife so that your boy does better." "Everything happens for a reason, brother." "I swear to you, with the saints as my witnesses, this time I won't fail you." "And may they send me straight to Hell if I do." "So, godson." "That Lupe, is she still as hot as ever?" "What are you saying, godfather?" "You're talking about my brother's widow!" "Ah, godson." "One thing is one thing, and another is another!" "I suppose that's true..." "So yeah, she looks pretty good!" "But what's weird is how much my nephew looks like my brother." "Let's hope he doesn't end up the same way." "Fucking Benjamin Garcia!" "Here's the one you've been waiting for!" "Looking good, Gordomata!" "How are you?" "How are you my friend?" "I'm not "El Gordomata" anymore, Benny." "Now everyone knows me as "El Cochiloco."" "Afternooon, Mister Rociando." "So my brother," "What's your business?" "What are you into?" "I'm a real badass now." "And how is it you came back and didn't tell your best friend, asshole?" "Where did you pick up this ingratitude?" "I swear I was going to tell you, Gordo, but I'm here with my godfather" "I'm not "El Gordomata" anymore , Benny." "Now I'm "El Cochiloco." Is that clear?" "No, no, no, it's fine, I didn't mean..." "Fucking Benny, you asshole!" "I'm playing with you like when we were kids!" "You're my brother!" "I'm just fucking with you!" "Look." "These two are my colleagues." ""El Huasteco," from Tampico itself." "And this greasy faggot is "La Muñeca."" "I think we met already, right?" "Alright, listen up, you fucking bastards." "Let me be completely clear." "This guy, whatever you think of him, he's my brother!" "If either one of you lays a hand on him you answer to me!" "Is that clear?" "Like water, Cochiloco." "No, well..." "I'm sorry for yesterday, my man." "Hey, it's done with." "So," "Want to go have a few drinks to celebrate?" "I'm at work with my Godfather now." "I can't just leave." "Unless Don Rociando gives you permission." "Would it be a problem?" "Let's go!" "Let me change!" "Fucking gangsters." "A little something for you, precious." "Thank you, Cochi!" "So Benny, we've known each other since we were kids, right?" "He's been on "the other side" a long time, the little American." "We became friends because he defended me from a big motherfucker called "El Orejas."" "What happened to that guy, anyway?" "Same as everyone." "Those that didn't go to "the other side" like you, went into "the business," and got fucked." "May La Niña Blanca and Jesus Christ keep them in holy glory." "Listen Cochi, tell me the truth." "What happened with my brother?" "I'm only going to tell you because I never want to hear you ask again." "Your brother worked for Don Reyes like all of us," "And he was great, man!" "He was a badass!" "But one day a carload of motherfuckers showed up on his corner and they shot him down." "Sons of bitches." "If it's any consolation," "We got those fuckers back with interest, right?" "Thanks, man." "We didn't come here to get depressed, Benny!" "We came to have fun, but since you brought him up" "Let's drink to the memory of one badass vato!" "Salud!" " Salud!" " A true motherfucker!" "Gloria, bring another bottle!" "You know what?" "Let me serve this one." "For my son." "Benny, may I introduce Miss Lupita Solis." " She was the wife of your brother ..." " Yes, we've already met here, right?" "What a pleasure to see you, Cowboy." "And in such good company." "Wow, Benny, What did you you do to her to make her treat you like that?" "So, now that you're back, how are you going to make a living?" "Well, I wanted to open an English language school, but as I see how things are here," "I think it might be better if I go back to the other side." "Don't be a fucking idiot, Benny!" "Go to work for the gringos and they stick their foot up your ass." "Look." "In this country there are many opportunities to make money, my friend." "Am I right?" "Just look at this, the Holy Father in pure gold." "Who knows?" "If you need anything, I'm here." "No Cochi, thank you, but your business is not for me." "Hello?" "Yes sir, what happened?" "We'll be there right away." "Let's go, monkeys." "Mister Reyes needs some badasses." "Hey, Benny." "Anything you need, just let me know, my friend." "Ok Cochi." " Hey Cochi, Cochi!" " Put it on the tab, Camilo!" "Are you still angry with me, Lupita?" "So?" "You going to order something else or go straight to a room?" "No, neither one, thank you." "If you're not going to eat or fuck, then you can fuck off, asshole." "Have a nice day, cowboy." "You know, godson, this shithole gets worse every day." "Not even flies stop here." "Remember how before you went to Gringoland," "I was even thinking of opening a full garage?" "So why don't you quit this, Godfather?" "Because in this fucking country," "You don't do what you want, but what you can." "By some miracle, I still haven't had to sell my shop to the Reyes." "So, who are these Reyes that everyone talks about so much?" "They're a couple of crooked ranchers everyone knows as the Kings of the North." "The big boss is Don Jose." "A real son of a bitch who oversees all of the dirty business here and in the surrounding areas." "Trafficking, kidnapping, prostitution, smuggling, and whatever other dirty business you can imagine." "But that bastard is protected from high, high up." " And the other boss?" " His brother, Don Pancho." "The boss from San Francisco." "What's the problem between the two?" "It went bad when Don Jose decided that his son, Jesus, would be his successor." "The other Reyes, Don Pancho, got pissed off." "And he declared war on his brother." "And since then, they've been waging a war across the region that seems to have no end." "Wow, it's just like a movie." "What movie in what hellhole, Godson?" "This drug war has already killed more people than the Revolution." "You didn't offer to work for your friend, "El Cochiloco"?" ", did you?" "Godfather, that would be the last thing I would do." "Alright look, Godson." "All I have in this life is this shop." "And it's yours as well." "But don't start doing the same shit as your brother." "Come on, Godfather." "Cross my heart." "But as you said, we're partners, so..." "Is there any way you could lend me some money?" "What's this?" "To what do I owe the honor?" "Nothing, my sister-in-law." "Just a gesture of peace." "They are very beautiful, thank you." " Come in." " Oh, thank you." "These are from when we went to Mazatlan." "He said it was a vacation." "The son of a bitch was gone for 13 days, and when he came back he had a bullet in his shoulder and was bloody from head to toe." "We couldn't even visit the Cathedral." "And did you marry?" "I often told him I wanted to, but whenever it got close, something "came up" for him." "Despite of all of this, I've never doubted that he loved me." "He did have good taste." "Don't play games." "You already said I'm just a whore." "But the truth is that when I was a little younger" "I stopped traffic when I walked down the street." "None of that, beautiful, you'd still stop anything that moves." "Calm down, Cowboy." "Don't you see how confused I am?" "To Hell with confusion." "You feel the same thing there that I feel here." "How's it going, nephew?" "Want to tell me where you've been?" " Out." " Out?" "And you're drunk again, no?" "I only had a couple, mom." "Get your ass to bed and be up on time for school tomorrow, or you just watch what will happen!" "Fine, Mom, I get the hint." "I'm going." "You can continue where you left off." " See you later, Uncle Benny." " Yes." "Have fun with my mom." "That fucking kid." "He's only 14." "Imagine what he'll be like when he's grown." "It's eerie how much he looks like my brother." "They even talk the same." "The truth is you are also a lot like him." "You know what I was thinking just now when you kissed me?" "Hey, you know what Lupita?" "I think I'm going to leave." "Because it's getting late and ..." " No, no, no, no, don't go, cowboy." "I know what I'm saying." "Come." "One lucky cowboy." "Oh my love." " I came." " Oh yeah?" "You'll see my love." "I'll start working" "And I'll take care of your boy." "Oh, thank you, my diablo." "What, baby?" "Did you just call me Diablo?" "Oh sorry, my mistake." "So where did you sleep last night?" "I went to visit my mother and ..." "I got there late, So I stayed with her." "Ah, your mother." "Sure, of course, your mother ..." "Come on, I don't suck my thumb anymore, Godson." "Hey, your lady's looking for you, Godson." "What's up, gorgeous?" "Oh, Benny, I've got a problem." "A problem?" "What happened, my love?" "Your fucking nephew is a shit, and he's been arrested." "Arrested?" "Are you serious?" "And I'm working right now, so I can't go get him." "Can you handle this for me?" "Of course, my love, don't worry." "But..." "I don't have any money." "Here." "It's 3,000 I earned on my own, and more than 5,000 from Don Camilo's." "I think that should be enough." "Yes, don't worry, I'll take care of my nephew." "Thank you." "You take care of so much." "I'll leave early and see you at home." "Fucking whore." "Well, With 8,000 pesos, it's not possible, Mister Garcia." "Do you know whose truck your nephew tried to steal?" "The Municipal President's truck!" "He's a resident, so we have no choice but to send him to prison." "Deputy?" "I don't know how to say it more clearly, Chief." "Sir, I understand that this boy's crime was severe." "But... could there possibly be another way to resolve this?" "Alright, Mr. Garcia," "Now you're remembering how things work in Mexico." "And... more or less, how much will it cost to fix this problem?" "Well for you, and because I understand that you just returned to Mexico, it will be..." " 50 grand." " 50,000 pesos!" "?" "Where am I supposed to get that much money?" "Your nephew is already in jail." "If you don't have the money by 12, I'll do what I have to do." "Here I am Benny, so what's so urgent?" "Shit, Cochi, I'm in a real mess, and I need to earn some money." "Alright Motherfuckers!" "Everyone out!" "Move it!" "What kind of problem?" "You need to kill someone?" "No, I would never do that Cochi." "My nephew is in jail." "And I need 50,000 to help my ..." "My sister in law." "Don't tell me you're messing with her now." "Damn Benny." "You could go for a cousin or something, but your sister-in-law?" "Don't think of it like that, Cochi." "It's so I can help my nephew." "Oh, of course it is." "You're giving charity to your sister-in-law," "Who just happens to be hot as fuck, my man!" "Don't be silly Cochi." "I really need the money, and ..." "And you said that if I needed work ..." "I could count on you and ..." "Listen, Benny." "The life of a Narco... the truth is that you make a lot of money." "But it's not fucking easy." "You need some serious balls, man." "I've thought about it a lot, Cochi." "And the truth is..." "I don't see any other way, things being how they are." "Fair enough." "I'll introduce you to the boss." "But I'm warning you, once you're in, man," "There's no turning back." "Is that clear?" "Completely clear, thank you, Cochi." "Look." "So that when you come into this, you're familiar with the stuff we send to the Gringos." " No, no, I don't need..." " Hit it motherfucker!" "Wow!" "Cochiloco!" "This is some good weed!" "This is the real treasure of the Sierra fucking Madre!" "Oh yes." "Oh, Benny." "You don't have any idea what you're getting into, man." "We're here to see the Boss." "Keep calm, Benny." "The boss isn't going to eat you." "Just listen and keep your mouth shut." " Ok?" " Ok" "The boss is full of money." "This is just one of his properties." "He's made a fortune in "the business."" "What belongs to him is his." " We're just roosters in his cockfight." " Oh yeah?" "Can you imagine?" "He wakes up every morning to milk his cows and eat his chickens." "I'm guessing he doesn't know what a lucky bastard he is." "Push your chest out!" "So we look tough!" "Go ahead, Benny." "Wait for me here." "I'll get Don Jose." "And remember:" "Keep your mouth shut!" "Sir, Benjamin Garcia, at your service." "Come in." "Sit, make yourself at home." "Thank you." "So, you're Pedro's brother?" "Yes, sir." "The famous Diablo." "A good guy, but a little too crazy and impulsive." "I've been told that you've lived for a long time in the United States." "Oh yes, sir." "Well then, I hope you agree with me." "I say it's the gringos who have fucked up this country." "Those fucking Yankee bastards have robbed us of everything." "Together with these shithead presidents that we've had." "They only know how to jail people, proclaim they've done their jobs, and later change their minds because they're confused." "According to them this is capitalism." "They haven't realized that people like me, already know how to fuck them over completely!" "Oh, Papa." "Every time you talk you sound more like a politician." "The gringos are our best customers." "So why are we talking shit about them?" "Fucking son of a bitch!" "You think you know more than me?" "Don't you dare disrespect me, you little shit!" "Get out!" "Go cuddle up with your fucking mother." "That fucking kid." "It's my own fault, for not being strict enough with him." "But sometimes, he crosses the line." "One thing I want you to know." "Those who work with me are part of my family." "But in this business, there are rules and principles, that must be followed," "If you don't want to be a narco with a bullet in your head." "Understand?" "Yes, yes, yes sir." "One!" "Honesty." "Two!" "Behave decently." "And three." "Silence." "Absolute silence." "Opening your mouth is a good way to win a ticket to hell." " Is that clear?" " Yes sir, yes." "And another thing I forgot." "You need to be discreet." "Don't strut around like these assholes, who are now known for miles around." "Look." "My son Jesus will be your boss." "He's my only son, and I love him with all my soul." "If anything happens to him, you'll answer with your life." "Is that clear?" "Yes, yes, yes sir." "I'm giving you this now, so you can take care of yourself." "Soon enough you'll have earned it." "Just be careful Garcia." "Be careful." "This business pays very well." "But there are also many temptations." "If you're smart, you'll never indulge in the shit we sell." "As the new Pope has said:" ""To put filth in the body is to live in mortal sin. "" " Is that clear?" " Yes, sir, yes." " May God bless you." " Thank you Sir." "And I promise that I won't disappoint you." "You're a son of a bitch, Reyes!" "The next time you touch my son," "I'll cut off your balls, motherfucker!" "And you already know that I do not speak figuratively!" "But darling, the boy simply doesn't treat me with respect!" "Don't be a liar, Reyes!" "Come here my love, come on." "Let your father ask your forgiveness." "Oh, you old fucking bastard!" "It's a much better idea to ask my son for forgiveness than to ask it from me, motherfucker!" " Forgive me, my son." " Yes, Papa." "There, you see?" "Your papa Reyes is truly a saint." "Oh, look, my queen." "I'd like to introduce you to Benjamin." "He's El Diablo's brother, and he's going to be working with us." "Young man, it's a pleasure." "If you'll excuse us, bosses." "Oh, thank you my love, They're beautiful, and the dress..." "And where are you working now?" "With a rancher, who wants me to take care of his cattle." "The old man is a great guy." "He even gave me a little money in advance." "You joined up with that killer El Cochiloco, didn't you?" "You know what?" "Take your money." "What do you want, Garcia?" "To end up like your brother?" "Don't confuse him with me, beautiful." "One thing is one thing, and another is another." "You've seen me." "I looked everywhere for work." "But here, there's nothing else." "That scares the hell out of me, because I already lost one." "I promise you that this is different." "We'll save some money, pay off the debts, and soon the three of us will go to the U.S." "How do you see?" "But swear to me that you won't end up like your brother." "By the Blessed Virgen of Guadalupe." "Come my love." "So, Benny." "Welcome to the business." "This is our first delivery." "Pay close attention so you'll learn, Benny!" "Okay, Cochi." "How's it going, my man?" " What's up, Cochi?" " Why the long face?" "Was the week that bad?" "I'm fed up with this business." "Five nights without sleep, and I just saw you, man." "Believe me, the crisis is draining me dry." "I don't see how, my man." "Everyone who stops in your little motel is horny as Hell." "Crisis or no crisis, you have customers." "And this guy?" "This is my partner, el Benny." "He'll be taking care of everything when I go on vacation or retire." "Treat him well." "Benjamin Garcia, at your service, sir." "What do you want, my man?" "20 bags of coke, a quarter of weed, 100 tabs of ecstasy, a pack of heroin, 12 of Viagra," "And about 200 of meth, since it's so fashionable right now." "Well, despite the crisis You're still buying, my man." "You don't want syringes, Yumbina, or porn movies?" "I brought one that has a Swedish girl and a donkey, it's fucking crazy, man!" "Alright, how much do I owe you?" "And these are for the cops." "Right." "When we meet next week, I hope you'll wash that desk." "I'll save the water for you two to gargle, asshole." "About how much is this briefcase worth, Cochi?" "Well, it's worth a lot, Benny." "But for the Boss, it's peanuts." "His real business is importation and exportation on a large scale." "And that's real money." "But with this fucking crisis" "The competition has gone fucking crazy." "Every motherfucker and his kids want to get a gun and start shooting in the middle of town." "They want to kill the chicken for the golden eggs." "Behind us, Cochi!" "Calm down, calm down." "They're just looking for a payoff." "Hide the briefcase under your seat." "What's up Cochiloco, how's the business?" "Not bad, Chief." "And you?" "What are you doing with this fucking American?" "He just started working with Don Jose, and I'm teaching him the business." "Explain it clearly to him." "And especially, how things really work." "Don't worry Chief, your orders are at the top." "Alright." "Fucking Nahuatles, I'll see you around." "Ah Cochi ..." "That bastard scared the shit out of me.." "He's got a face like a fucking frog" "Hey Cochi, by chance do you have any speed?" "Gotta stay awake." "Look in the glove compartment." "See if there's a jar for the Chief, Benny." "Thank you boys." "Behave yourselves." "Especially you, you fucking American." "Fucking Benny, you're white as a dead man." "Let's get a drink so you can get your color back." "But let's not go to "El Salon Mexico,"" "because if Lupita sees me like this I'll be in trouble." "I'm going to take you to a good place," "Not that filthy dive where your old lady works." "Nothing expensive, Cochi." "I hardly have any money." "Here." "A small gift from the Reyes." "But isn't this the Boss's money?" "Of course it is, don't be silly." "You think he'll notice if we skim a little?" "And if he finds out Cochi?" "This is part of the business." "We don't risk our lives for free!" "Just make sure they don't catch you." "Or the rest of us." "Thanks for the advice." "TheGoldenCock" "So?" "You like the place?" "It's the best around." "Yeah, it's fucking great!" "." "And tell me man, what do you think of the job?" "Well, like everything, it's just a matter of getting used to it." "And how did you do with the Reyes?" "Did the Boss treat you well?" "The truth is, I thought he'd be more of an asshole." "but he seemed to be a fairly decent guy." "Fairly decent my ass." "Don Jose is the meanest motherfucker this region has ever seen." "And because of this and nothing else, he's the fucking boss!" "No.Saints Jude and Jose Malverde have always protected us." "The day Don Jose leaves us, we're fucked." "If the business falls into the hands of that fuck J.R..." "The Panchos will kick the shit out of us and control the town in less than a month!" "Yep." "We have to be careful with these bastards, Benny." "Keep your eyes open, okay?" "Well, if I run into one of these Panchitos," "I'll put a bullet between his ear and his eyebrow." "See, fuckers?" "I told you my Benny was a badass..." " A toast for my Benny!" " Cheers!" "You know what?" "Let's give him a welcome like he deserves!" "He's going to want a nice girl." "Laura!" "Come here!" "Cochiloco, if my lady finds out about this, she'll cut off my balls!" "Don't be a pussy!" "Look who's coming to bed with you, man." "Treat her well, Benny." "I promise you, my love, I'll get good work." "And I'll take care of your boy." "Get dressed, Benny!" "We have work to do!" "Now!" "But Cochi, I'm not finished yet!" "No bullshit, leave it for later!" "The bosses are waiting!" "You know what, my love?" "Oh yeah!" "What's up Cochi?" "Why the hurry?" "First things first, you know, and interrupting like that..." " That brunette was..." " Take this." "No, Cochi, you know I don't do that shit..." "Snort it, motherfucker!" "If J.R. and the Boss find us in this state they'll cut off our balls." "Go on." " Snort it." " Alright." "Yes?" "Calm down, J.R. Yes, we're on our way." "Don't worry." "Yes, I understand." "The boss wants him alive." "Yes, we'll be there before two." "Okay, bye." "Alright Cochi, what's this all about?" "I'm feeling good as new." "Then it's time for your Baptism, Benny." "Get ready." "Clean your nose, man." "What's up, vato?" "Where's your brother?" " First the money, no?" " Fucking piece of shit snitch." "Selling out your brother for 1000 pesos." "I don't think you even care." "I'm poor, man." "You don't remember what that means anymore?" "Besides, my fucking brother never helped me one bit." "Enough bullshit!" "Where is he?" "He went in a couple of hours ago." "He should be in there." "He'd better be, motherfucker." "Or we'll come after you." "I swear to you, he's there, inside." "That's fine, rat." "And remember, we are the rules." "Get your gun ready, Benny." "And the duct tape." "If anyone comes out running, put a bullet in them." "Cucaracha!" "Cucaracha!" "Alright, smart kid!" "Don't be stupid!" "Where's Cucaracha?" "Don't be a fucking idiot, Cucaracha!" "Come out or on three I'll kill your whole family!" "ONE!" " TWO!" " Calm down!" " Cochi, I'm here." " Alright." "Tie this fucker up." "No, no, no, please." "Don't be a bastard, Cochi!" "For old times sake," "Let me say goodbye to my wife and kids, okay?" "Alright." "One minute, and the clock's running!" "Give me your blessing, my love." "Take care of my children." " Let's go, let's go, fucker!" " No!" "Listen, Cucaracha." "I'm telling you now, you're fucked." "But since we're old friends, I'll give you a chance for revenge" "On the motherfucker that sold you out." "Thank you, Cochi." "You always struck me as a stand-up guy." "Understand, any bullshit will come back on you doubled." "Keep your eye on him, Benny." "Panfilo!" "Panfilo!" "Panfilo!" "Fucking Panfilo, we came in together, we're going out together, motherfucker!" "Thank you Cochi." "You're a great motherfucker, but ..." "Don't take me to the boss." "Shoot me here and leave me next to my brother, but don't give me to those sons of bitches." "I'm sorry, Cucaracha." "But they told me to bring you in alive." "Let's go!" "Come on!" "Let's go!" "Fuckers, what were you thinking?" "We waited two hours, like a couple of assholes!" "We'll worry about that later." "First things first." "What happened, Cucaracha?" "You worked for me for many years with no complaints." "I always gave you good money." "So why did you go to see the Feds?" "No?" "What did you tell them?" "Look." "If you tell me in detail what you said to the Feds," "I swear you'll be okay, man." "I swear I said nothing, Boss." "Nothing." "I hope that's true, because if not, after I kill you," "I'm going to kill your kids too." "How does that sound?" "By the Holy Virgen, I swear I said nothing!" "We already know everything, you idiot!" "Okay, okay, Cucaracha" "I believe you, I believe you." "The only thing is that in this business, there are rules and principles that must be respected and followed." "You know what happens to snitches, right?" "Cochiloco, give me the knife." "And you, hold his head." "Hold it!" "No!" "No!" "Open up, open up!" "And now for the theft." "Come on!" "And this is so you'll never be stupid again, motherfucker!" " Come on, my boy." " Yes, Papa." "What happened, my love?" "What's the matter?" "I don't want to tell you, beautiful." "Just look at my hands." "So you had to do something horrible, right?" "No, not me." "It was the boss." "He was crazier than hell!" "And it was the most horrible thing I've ever seen." "I imagine it was." "But the way things are, you need to bear it and keep working." "Don't you think we're doing better?" "The truth is I don't know if I can, Beautiful." "Look, my king." "In this life, we all get used to things." "This is no different." "No, you're right." "It's just the way things are." " Hello." " How are you, Dona." "How are you?" "I'll take two." "I owe you, right?" "I sing this corrido to two murdered men," "They were tortured vilely, No sympathy were they given." "Give me what you stole!" "Now!" "and though already dead," "You stole it!" "They ran a car over these two men." "In the neighborhood El Palmito, the city was Culiacán," "He was out walking, Francisco Lopez as was Francisco Beltran." "they never would have imagined they'd be killed before the dawn." "Francisco Lopez had a debt, and it was coming due" "In cold blood he'd killed the man who had stolen his beloved," "But Francisco Beltran was guilty of nothing." "Fucking assholes a souvenir from the kings of the north" "The next day they were found, as dawn broke the day." "Their intestines were hanging out, and a dog feasted away." "Fucking Benny, I think you're a poet." "I baptize you with the name of "Gringa"" "In the name of the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit" "While the Sinaloan band played, they both went into their graves," "And two mothers cried and cried, but no comfort came their way." "Andsoadoredbytheirchildren, In heaven, they rest today." "What did the fucking Gringo say?" "He said we can take everything for 75,000 dollars." " Including the grenades and the bazooka." " Everything?" "Okay, tell him we want it!" "Right now!" "We'll take it all, mister." "It's always a pleasure doing business with you country fellas." "Listen, if you ever need anything else, Here's my card." "You can call collect." " Oh yes." "Pleasure." "Ladies and gentlemen, social justice, was, is, and will be, the eternal power of our Mexico." "This year we celebrate the bicentennial of our independence," "And the centennial of the revolution, that gave us our country and our pride," "And thanks to the enormous generosity of Don Jose and Doña Mari Reyes," "Who, with the great hearts and great patriotism that God has given them," "Have donated this wonderful school to our city." "The whole community of San Miguel de Archangel," "But even more, the youth of Mexico, who are the future of our country, are eternally grateful." "May God Bless you, Señores Reyes!" "What do you think of the new heroes of the homeland, Cochi?" "And now, to conclude this important event," "Please show respect for our national anthem." "Mexicans,atthecry ofwar preparethesteeland bridle." "andthelandtrembles to its core atthebooming roar of the cannon." " Hello, Texan." " Hello, Cochi." "How's life treating you?" "Like a bull in the ring." "But I defend myself tooth and nail." " And you?" " I'm good." "So did you bring me merchandise, or did you just come to chat?" "Come on, Cochi." "When did I ever do you wrong?" "I've always given you decent product." "Alright, can I have a look at it?" "Here, my boy." "It smells good!" " And the shipment?" " Look, my dear Cochi." "I'm going to give you some advice as a friend." "It's good to trust, but it's smarter not to." "Oh, Texan, you never change." "Benny, show him his money." "Okay, it's fine." "Alright little one, take good care of the money." "Hey!" "Unload the merchandise!" "Alright, Cochi." "As always, it's a pleasure to see you, Texan!" "Let's keep it up." "See you next time." "Come on, little one." "Check out the quality of the shit the Texan sells us." "And so what's up with this man?" "He kind of seems like a Gringo." "He was born in Brownsville, but his parents are from Reynosa." "He might seem like a gringo, man, but he's more Mexican than cactus." " And all that money was for him?" " Yeah." "Here's the story." "The Texan is what you might call a "Coyote,"" "He spends months in the mountains buying the crops of peasants, from opium to weed, and he sells them to the boss for 10 times the price." "Seems to me the problems of peasants could be solved" "If they didn't use the fucking middlemen." "What's this asshole doing?" " Good afternoon, "my friends"" " What's wrong Mendoza?" " Why did you close the road?" "Well, We had a 3-18 at kilometer 20." "The highway is closed." "Don't bullshit." "3-18 my ass." "Let us through." "We're in a hurry." "I'm really sorry, Cochi." "A semi truck rolled over and the road will be closed for a couple of hours." "Why don't you take the back road?" "The back road." "Fuck your mother, you asshole." "I don't fucking believe this." "Sorry Cochi." "Orders are orders." "Benny, it's the Panchos!" "Get down!" "Follow that bastard, Benny!" "Don't let the motherfucker get away!" "Don't kill me!" "I'll give you anything you want if you let me go!" "Don't do it!" "Give me a chance, my brother." "Fucking Benny." "Better than I could have done myself." "Look how you left him." "I didn't think you had the balls for this gig." "Respect, motherfucker!" "I give thanks to God that things have turned out this way." "I had already promised this merchandise to the Gringos." "And I could not fail them." "You two behaved like true soldiers." "Thank you Sir." "If not for my fucking brother, that jealous bastard..." "But since this is how it is..." "Papa, I think we should send a message to my uncle Francisco." "Things are getting worse." "Yes my son." "That's why I'm sending him the bodies of my nephews." "Let's see if that calms the bastard down." "You see, you fucking fag Pancho?" "Who's the faggot now, motherfucker?" "Enough, J.R." "Don't abuse your cousins." "In memory of your grandmother, respect the family." "And you two, so that you see I'm happy with you," "Here you are." "And don't be idiots, don't spend all your money on the first thing you see!" "Don't show off!" "Don't worry sir, and thank you again." "Thank you Sir." "Come my boy, I'm going to teach you to classify the merchandise." "Hello, Benjamin!" " Hello, mother!" " Did you win the lottery?" "How are you?" "A promise is a promise." "Look what I brought." "Thinking of you," "I bought a TV so you can watch soap operas." "And so you can forget this shitty place." "It's wonderful, thank you, my son." "Let's see, mother." "Take it." "Already following the same steps as your brother, no?" "No, mother, how could you think that?" "With this look, it can't be anything else." "But don't you cause me the same grief that your brother caused me, eh?" " Don't worry, mother." " So come in, my son." "No, mother, I have to get back to work." "And that nice little watch?" "You're not going to give it to me?" "Of course, mom." "Here you are." "Okay, I'll see you soon, mama!" "Wait." "I forgot something." "Oh, you didn't give me your blessing, mama!" "I've been generous with my blessings." "The neighbor's son from the U.S. brought her a "walkman."" "You could get me one, right?" "Of course, mom." "I'll get you one with MP3 and everything." "Oh, that's great!" "Now come down here for your blessing." "See you soon, mother!" "BymymotherIam Mexican." "By destiny, I am American." "Iamfromthe peopleofgold," "IamMexicanAmerican." "What do you think?" " Come on, climb up and check it out." " It's ours?" "Yep." " Hello, my queen." " It's beautiful, my love." "Go put on something nice." "We're going to celebrate." " You like it, my boy?" " Hell yes." "Alright, let's go, it's getting late." "What are we doing here?" "I don't like this place." "Oh, my love, this is a big surprise." "OLIVARES MUNICIPAL CEMETERY" "Inmemoryof PedroGarcia,AKA "El Diablo."" "Fondlyrememberedby  his brother Benny" "His wife Lupita, and his son Benjamin." "You're amazing, my love." "You've earned your place in heaven." "There's more." "Hewasatrulybraveman," "Helaughedat thepolice." "At his command, many people fell," "As" ElDiablo"he wasknown." "Okay, nephew." "Good night." " Hey, uncle Benny." " What's up?" "I just wanted to thank you for what you did for my father." "He was my brother." "And he deserves all of it." "Listen, uncle Benny." "Could I ask a favor?" "Whatever you want, nephew." "If you're still alive when they kill me, could you make a tomb with a corrido for me like you did for my father?" "Don't talk bullshit, boy." "What do you mean, "When they kill me?"" "As I've promised, you're going to live the straight life." "Whatever it costs me." "Good night, my boy." "My love, I swear that this has been one of the best days of my life." " Oh yeah?" " Mmm." "I still have one more thing to show you." " Oh really?" " Yes." "Give this money to Mr. Camilo." "And tomorrow you quit Salon Mexico." "What do you think?" "My love, this is too much money." "Don't you think we should wait and save?" "Not at all, my queen." "The money's coming in, and we're moving up." "And there's no way my future wife is going to keep working in such a horrible place." "Oh, godson." "I think you made my dream a reality." "And I was so critical of you." "This is the least I can do for you, Godfather." "We can put our money together, and build a car wash right there!" "What do you say?" "That would be great!" "So, your lady and your nephew, how are they?" "I haven't seen them in a long time." "Ah, my lady's calling right now." "What's up, beautiful?" "Don't cry, my queen." "Stay right there." "I'm dropping everything." "I'll be there right away!" " What happened?" "Is everything okay?" " I'll explain later, Godfather!" "Now, the only thing we're missing is customers." "And so, when Mr. Camilo arrived," "I gave him the money, and he said "No!"" "That it was not enough, that I owed interest," "And on top of that, as one of his best whores, he wouldn't allow me to go with some other pimp." "Pimp?" "That's what he said?" "Not only that!" "He was even more of a pig!" "He said if the other girls weren't there, he would have killed me right then." "Don't worry, beautiful, don't worry." "I'm going to have a talk with this man." "Can't you see I'm closed, asholes!" "I'm coming!" "You fucking ashole, go fuck your mother!" "Son of a bitch!" "Back off!" "Let him go!" "You son of a bitch!" "You motherfucker!" "Benny!" "Back off!" "We have something better for this asshole." " Ah, fuck!" "Goddamn it!" " You're going to learn some respect." "Shut your fucking mouth, asshole!" "You need to respect the ladies, motherfucker." "Let's do it." "Remember, Benny, how the news always says these dives are dangerous?" " Yes" " Well, I think they're right." " Holy shit!" " Let's go, Benny!" " Good morning my love." " Good morning." " You'll never guess what happened." " What happened?" "Gloria came early and told me that the Panchos torched El Salon Mexico." " Are you serious?" " I'm serious." "They found Mr. Camilo burned to a crisp." "He was only recognized by his gold tooth." "These fucking Panchos are real assholes." "I never even had a chance to talk with your boss, my love." "Damn, Cochiloco is here already?" "I don't have time to talk." "This job has no respect for schedules, my love." " Thank you my love." " No problem." "Look at the little angel." "Son of a fucking bitch!" "Let's see what happens now!" "Move it!" "No, what's wrong, Cochi?" "You and I are friends!" "Friends, my balls!" "Not a fucking word, motherfucker!" "You drive, Benjamin!" "I'll stay with this fucking son of a bitch!" "Let's go!" "I'll give you your "back road," Motherfucker!" "Alright, Mendoza." "How much did the Panchos give you for our heads?" "I swear, nothing, Cochi." "I swear by the Holy Mother of God!" "Don't be an asshole!" "You tell me, or I'll put a bullet in you, motherfucker." "I swear it wasn't me, Cochi!" "Have mercy on me!" "Think of my kids!" "And did you think about mine, motherfucker?" "Don't be stubborn, Mendoza." "If you tell Cochi the truth, maybe I could help you." "Thank you." "I know you have a good heart." "But please, tell Cochi not to kill me!" "Well then, answer his question." "6,000 pesos." "That's all the Panchos paid you, motherfucker?" "It's more than I make in two months as a cop!" "Fucking 3,000 pesos per head, Benny." "That pisses me off, I'm fucking pissed." "What a piece of shit." "Finish him!" "Alright, motherfucker." "You know what happens to snitches?" "I've never begged for anything before!" "Please, Garcia!" "I beg for my life!" "I can't, Cochi." "Fucking Benny, you're being an asshole about the good part of this job." "You see?" "You know what, Benny?" "As the master Jose Alfredo said..." ""Life is worth nothing"" "For 3000 fucking pesos, this fucker wanted to send us to the grave." "Tell me the truth, Cochi." "You don't feel anything, when you kill someone like that?" "I mean," "Aren't you afraid you'll go to Hell?" "Go to Hell my ass." "Hell is right fucking here." "You don't remember what it was like when we were kids?" "The hunger, the cold, the misery we lived in?" "Or like right now, where we go around killing each other, simply because there's no decent way to make a living?" "This is where I live." "So fuck that bullshit about Hell." "Yeah, you have a point." "What's up, Cochi?" "Aren't you going to drive me home?" "Of course!" "But this is my house, and I want you to meet my wife." "You know what, Cochi?" "My stomach is still messed up." "Look at me!" "That's why you should come in!" "You'll have a beer... and meet my wife!" "Come on." "Alright, family!" "All in single file, ok?" "We're going to say hello to Uncle Benny!" "Okay." " Good evening." " Good evening." " Good evening." " Good evening." "The youngest, La Princess," "El glutton, El mariachi," "And the spoiled one, my firstborn, El Cochiloquito." "And here." "The future of all my futures." "El Benny." "Oh Cochi!" "Ma'am, it's nice to meet you." " Nice to meet you." " Alright!" " Off to bed, kids!" " Good night!" " Good night!" " Good night!" "Bye, Cachorro!" "What great kids!" "Let's have a drink." "Come on." "You're in your home Benny, what you want?" "Anything." "Let me see." "Cheers, my friend." "No, well, this is hard to believe, Cochi." "One thing is one thing, and another is another, Benny." "What did you think?" "That I lived in a cave and ate human flesh?" "No, but ... to see you..." "Don't take this the wrong way, Cochi, but it's like you were one of the Reyes!" "That's the truth." "But this is the business of a Narco." "And it's a job that supports my kids." "I'm in this business because there's no other." "It's just the way things are." "You pissed the boss off." "Man, at the very least we'll cut off your head and send it" "Stop right there, you sons of bitches!" "On your knees!" "Hands behind your heads!" "Don't try any bullshit!" "What the fuck is this asshole doing?" "He caught us red-handed, Cochi." "As I was telling you, Captain, the arrest of these dangerous drug traffickers" "shows that the collaboration between the three levels of government is working very well." "And that the president's fight against organized crime is going very well." "And, though it may not appear so, we are winning." "And now, Commander Mancera," "Chief of our heroic police force, will give you the details about these despicable criminals." "Okay, Captain," "First, here we have Eufenio Mata, alias El Cochiloco." "He's considered a cartel operative, and the main distributor of narcotics in the region." "Next we have Benjamin Garcia, better known as "El Benny."" "For many years, he's been involved in the importation and exportation of prohibited substances, and is connected to a human trafficking network in the United States." " Next we have..." " Alright, alright..." "Commander." "I assume that you have evidence for these charges, because it seems you've captured the most dangerous bosses in the country!" "As you know, Captain, this type of criminal tends to have many resources, prominent lawyers, who assist them so that ..." " Yes, yes I understand." "Allow me to speak privately with the inmates, please." "Yes, yes of course." "Mancera!" "So, boys." "It sounds like you are more dangerous than "El Chapo" and "Los Aretes" combined." "Listen, boys." "I'm interested in the Reyes." "They say you four work for Don Jose." "Right now you won't say anything." "In any case, I'm making you an offer." "Don't laugh!" "You never know!" "Alright, Capi." "Enough messing around." "Go right to the point, what do you offer?" "We have a very attractive witness protection program." "It's copied from the American model, and it has worked very well." "If any of you want to talk, for whatever reason, come find me." "I will offer you freedom and protection." "In exchange for your testimony against the Reyes." "What do you say?" "Think about it!" "You never know." "Life is tricky." "Who knows what will happen?" "And someday, you might need me." "So here you are." "Remember also:" "It's better to be snitch number five than corpse number one." "Excuse me." "Fucking Federales." "You two are nothing but a pair of ungrateful bastards." "Have you forgotten who put you in your positions?" "Fucking sneaky bastards." "Especially you, Felix." "Okay?" "Have you already forgotten the money we put into your campaign for your re-election?" "It would have been better if I'd made myself mayor, as my wife suggested." "Clearly you would have been better than this son of a bitch." "Please understand, Don Jose," "We're under a lot of pressure from the Federal Government with this war against organized crime." "haven't you seen how many commercials they're running on T.V.?" "In the Federal Government, we work for you." "In the fight against organized crime, despite appearances, we are winning." "Oh, shut up, my little Jesus." "You sound like a retarded clown." "You're a real asshole, Felix." "Fuck this Federal Government crap." "This campaign serves one purpose:" "to deceive the people." "To justify what they are stealing." "It's just that the Federal Agent who came is the Agent in charge of the entire zone, Don Jose!" "And he knew exactly how to catch us off guard!" "Isn't that right, Chief?" "I couldn't say it any better myself, Don Jose." "And why didn't you arrest my nephews, or my piece of shit brother?" "You understand that the other day they tried to steal our merchandise?" "Except they got fucked, because I have some boys who are crazy bastards, and they did pretty well, because they're tough motherfuckers." " Right, motherfuckers?" " Yes sir!" "So motherfuckers, which one of you is trying to bullshit me?" "No, no, no, don't even think it, Don Jose, please." "It's just, the truth is your boys are going too far." "The other day they picked up Agent Mendoza, and he hasn't been seen since!" "Don't be a liar, Felix!" "My boys can't take a shit without my permission!" "It was clearly the Panchos!" "And neither of you have done anything to catch them?" "But Don Jose, this time it was just the Federal Police." "The next time they're going to send the whole army!" "So you really are a fucking idiot, Felix?" "How many times do I have to repeat myself?" "I have a little arrangement with some of my Sinaloan colleagues, to get rid of this crazy macho!" "But you listen up!" "If you don't want a river of blood to flow," "Go after my brother." "Because if you don't, I will!" "Is that clear?" "I promise you, the Chief and I will get on that immediately." " Right, Mancera?" " Yes, yes, Don Jose." "Alright fuckers." "Who went after Mendoza without my permission?" "No, nobody." "What's wrong, beautiful?" "Oh Benny, I'm very worried about my son." "I'm going to tell you a secret." "But you can't say a word to anyone." "So for a while ..." "I've been skimming a little of the boss's money." "And I think that soon we'll have enough to get the three of us, together, to the United States." "What do you think?" "Benny, you need to be careful with that." "If the Reyes catch you, they'll kill you." "I'm not stupid, beautiful." "It's hidden very well." "My love, I hope to God that's true." "Hopefully we can actually get out of here." "Little brother, so u no who's got the biggest hope it makes u sick u fagget hairless dick." "You see what's written here?" "You assholes can't even read." "This is proof that you've got no balls!" "That you can't protect our business!" "And since you've got none," "My son is going to Reynosa to find some fuckers who do have balls." "Let's see how you look then." "This is fucking war." "I swear on my mother's grave," "I'm going to kill my brother and all of his offspring!" "They have no kinship with me!" "And take that shit down from there!" "Here!" "Give $3,000 to each widow of these bastards, so they can be buried." "Right now!" "Let's go." "You heard my father." "Move it, assholes." "What a bunch of shit." "Take it down!" "Are you here, beautiful?" "Hi Benny, how did it go?" "Good, my love, The boss has ironed everything out." "Oh, your face, my love, what happened?" "Your fucking nephew, once again, didn't come home." "Look what he had underneath his bed." "Sometimes I think he might be into something really bad." "You don't think something happened to him?" "No, my love, if something happened we'd already know." "Don't worry about it." "I'll go find him." "He'll listen to me this time." "What's up Benny, you have some dope?" "Do I look like a dealer to you, man?" "No, no, no." "Alright kid, do you know anything about my nephew?" "The boy went missing yesterday and his mother is very worried." "If you tell me what you know I'll give you 10." "If you mean 10 packets, fine, otherwise I don't know anything." "You're a minor, motherfucker!" "I'm a big boy." "Fine, here you go." "Now give it up!" "He got friendly with Don Francisco's Panchos." "They convinced him that if he went with them, he'd get a lot of money and many women." "Oh, fuck, nephew." "Hey, don't tell him I told you, okay?" "Don't worry kid." "If you see him, tell him to go home right away, okay?" "Sure Benny, but you know what?" "If you need a badass assistant," "I'm at your service." "What the fuck." "SAN FRANCISCO ." "Here you go, Diablito." "So you learn." "Your mother is going crazy looking for you and you're wasting your time with ..." " Come on!" "Let's go." " Can't you see I'm busy?" "You go." "I'll be with you later." "Goddammit, nephew, stop fucking around or I'll take you home by force." "Let's go." "You're fucking with El Diablito, okay?" "That means you're fucking with all four of us." "Calm down, you fucking Pancho." "This guy is my uncle." "There's no problem with him." "That's right, saved by the bell, fucker." "Let's go, Benny." "And does your uncle make you a man, Diablito?" "Fucking assholes." "How's it going, beautiful?" "Yes, yes, he's coming with me now." "Don't worry anymore." "A kiss, my queen." "Do you have any idea who you're getting involved with, man?" "Are you an idiot or what, nephew?" "Or are you just intent on being a bad-ass Narco?" "You need to remember this is no game." "Think about your father." "Or about me!" "If I'm not out of the business soon, I'll end up just like your father." "Or what?" "You want to follow the family tradition of being a total fuckup?" "Listen up assholes." "This is how we are going to fight my cousins." "From now on we'll work in three groups." "You Garcia, you'll partner with the Seargeant." "Yes sir." "You Huasteco, will work with El Sardo." "Cochiloco, since you are the one my father trusts the most, you will work with me." "La Muñeca and this guy they call "El Mariete" will lend us a hand." " Agreed?" " Yes sir." "Hey, J.R. pardon me, but, wouldn't it be possible for La Muñeca and I to..." "Stop your bullshit, Huasteco." "I've already seen how it goes when you work with your boyfriend." "So we're putting up some bars before you marry each other." "But at the moment my son is giving the orders!" " Is that clear!" "?" " Yes, sir." "So move it, then!" "We're not paying you to be lazy." "You heard me." " How was that, Apá?" " Just the way I like it, my son." "You behaved like a real man, a man with the dignity to be his father's succesor." "Thanks, Apá." "If your grandmother were alive, she'd be crying with happiness today." "Yeah..." "To cut to the chase," "The owner of this lot owes money to the boss." "Don Jose's orders are to give him a little scare so he pays up." " Any questions?" " Negative." "Alright, let's go." "Wait for me here." "I'll carry out the orders alone." " Alright?" " Alright, fine." "Ready." "On to the next." " That fast?" " Affirmative." "Hey, my Sergeant, if you don't mind, how did you do it?" "Fuck, man!" " A cigarette, my Sergeant?" " Negative." "Or a "beer"?" "The "cooler" is in the back." "They're nice and cold!" "Want one?" "No." "You're not from here, are you, my Sergeant?" "No." "And if you don't mind, my sergeant, where are you from?" "From Oaxaca." "And so..." "were you in the army?" "Okay, white boy, let's stop right now." "I'm Benito Juarez." "I like to be called "The Hero of the Americas."" "And to make it perfectly clear for you" "I didn't leave the army and come here to make friends." "I came here to make a shitload of money!" "That's it!" "Affirmative?" "And so there's no bullshit between you and I," "Call me "Sargento," or "Señor,"" "And no more of this Gringo shit, like "Mi Sarge," or whatever the fuck." "Is that clear, white boy?" "That's fine, Mi Sargento." "What's up, Cochi?" "Already missing me?" "Where are you!" "?" "Hold on,Cochi, I'm on my way!" "Cochi!" "Cochi!" "Did something happen, white boy?" "Yeah, something happened." "What happened, Cochi?" "How are you?" "The Panchos fucked us up Benny." "They took us by surprise." "But how, Cochi?" "What happened?" "Someone tipped them off about the meeting." "They ambushed us." "When I realized what was happening I was able to take out a few, but ..." "Don Francisco and his fucking boys skinned us alive." "Where's J.R.?" "J.R. and La Muñeca are inside." "Go have a look." "Life has many turns for you and yours, brother." "Los Panchos" "It seems the Boss's son liked "tender meat."" "Just look at how Don Pancho left his nephew." "Whatever, sergeant." "We have to bring him to Don Jose." "Now you'll see how great this job is." "Yeah." "I'll go all out against this trash, I promise you my son." "I'll kill every one of your children like rats, Francisco!" "Francisco!" "You fucking son of a bitch!" "You, Motherfucker!" "Tell me what my son was doing!" "Where were you going?" "The truth is, they surprised us on the highway, boss." "The Panchos were too many." "But I swear with all my heart, J.R. fought very bravely." "Bravely, my balls, asshole!" "You think I didn't know my own son?" "He was truly a miracle of God." "But I pity you if you aren't telling me the truth." " Huasteco." " Boss." "Do you have enough weapons and ammunition to send my fucking brother back to his mother?" "Yes sir, the warehouse is full." "He's fucked now." "Don Jose!" "Don Jose, I just found out, you have no idea how sorry I am." "My most sincere condolences, Doña Mari!" " Dona Mari, I'm so sorry" " Shut your fucking mouth, asshole!" "What a tragedy." "My God." "This is a day of mourning for all of San Miguel." "To lose a life like this, and such a brilliant young man, with such a promising political future..." "Shut the fuck up, you asshole!" "Yes, yes, forgive me." "This is war, motherfuckers!" "If my brother thinks this will stop me, he's already fucked!" "I'll show him who has the biggest balls." "We need to stay calm, Don Jose." "War isn't good for anyone." "I swear before you, and before our Lord," "That Commander Mancera will find those responsible so that there may be justice, and we will avenge the death of your son!" "And what do you have to say about all this, Mancera?" "Didn't I warn you that you had to stop my nephews?" "The investigations are in progress..." "You fucking asshole!" "You alone are to blame for the death of my son!" "If you'd done as my husband told you, this wouldn't have happened, you bastard!" "I'm sorry, Doña Mari, but you can't blame me for this!" "Your husband has many enemies around here" "Thank you, my love." "You always know what I'm thinking." "And you, Felix!" "Do you have something to add?" "Then get the fuck out of here, and go find a police chief with some balls, motherfucker!" "Yes sir." "Excuse me, gentlemen." "And you!" "You motherfucker!" "You and I have a lot to talk about!" "But in the meantime," "Fuck off, and take this bunch of assholes with you!" "They're no good for anything!" " Get the fuck out!" " Yes, Sir." "Fuck." "Oh, my wife!" "What happened, Uncle Benny?" "Do you know what your friends from San Miguel have done?" "They killed J.R. and La Muñeca!" "Now let's see if they do the same to me." "Benny, you need to be careful." "Every cloud has a silver lining." "Don Jose swore that he would finish the Panchos, and I'm sure he was serious." "Look, you will stay inside this house until things calm down." "It's going to get ugly." "A lot of blood is going to be spilled." "It's serious this time, man." "The ways of the Lord, as we know, are inscrutable." "But there are truths on earth, just as in heaven, which must comfort us, even in our moments of greatest pain." "Who would dare to deny that a young man so kind, and with a heart of gold like our beloved Jesus, will find himself, like his namesake, at the right hand of our father." "Heaven, my children, is not only for the Saints, but also for men like our beloved Jesus Reyes." "May he rest in peace." "Vengeance, Lord!" "Vengeance is the only thing I ask of you!" "And I do not ask it figuratively!" "Just as you took him, take those fucking bastards that stole him from me!" "I'll leave my family in your care, compadre." "Let's see how life treats my poor orphans." "Don't think like that, Cochi." "Nothing's going to happen to you." "Don't play around, Benny." "You saw how the Boss was looking at me." "You know what hurts me most about leaving this life?" "That I will never be able to meet your godson." "Let me ask you a question, compadre." "If Don Jose is going to declare war on his brother," "Who is the toughest gunman around here?" "Stop it, compadre!" "With all his money the Boss can bring in anyone, all the way up to the man from Badiraguato!" "He'll never forgive me." "And he's right." "Think positive, compadre." "Your unborn son needs you." "Cochi, Cochi." "A dark-skinned guy with a face like a pig told me you need to get home right away." " Go!" " You see, motherfucker?" "No, no!" "No!" "Cochiloquito." "No." "Cochiloquito." "SON FOR SON, TOOTH FOR TOOTH." "Take care of my wife, Benny." "I'll leave her in your care." "Yes, Cochi." "What are you going to do?" "Only justice, Benny, only justice." "Let me go with you." "No, this fight is between me and that son of a bitch Don José!" "I told you, didn't I?" "This life, no bullshit, it's Hell, isn't it, Benny?" "Sorry for the delay, but you know how the situation is." "I had to do six other funerals." "But let us pray." "Our Father who ..." "It'sworthnothing,thislife ," "Life,lifeis worthnothing," "Always,itbeginswithcrying," "Andintears,itfinishesdying ." "That'swhy,in thisworld," "Lifeisworthnothing." "Listen close, assholes." "After the tragedy that occurred in this family," "The only thing left to do is finish off the rats." "My brother and his children." "Just as I promised my son when he was still here in person." "And I will carry out my promise!" "And you, fucking Benny!" "Stop thinking about bullshit." "Because your friend Cochiloco, who was also like a son to me, he got fucked by the Panchos." "Is that clear?" "Now enough with the sad faces, motherfuckers!" "You don't feel anything!" "You're here for nothing but the money!" "If they knew what we would give to see our son again!" "All of my fortune, motherfuckers!" "But as this is not possible," "I have an offer for you." "I'll give you $ 100,000 for the head of each asshole who murdered my son." "Do the math, fuckers." "Each one of you can earn more than half a million dollars." "More than you've ever dreamed of." "But I'll tell you one thing." "I want the heads of these motherfuckers." "And I want not only the heads of my nephews, but also the head of my brother." "I also want the head of a motherfucker that I am sure you fuckers know." "The head of the one who betrayed us." "And for that, I'll give you 200,000 dollars more." "But one thing I warn you," "If one of you assholes looks me in the face and then decides to betray me," "Beware, because this time I'm not going to kill your child." "This time I will make mincemeat out of your entire family!" "Understand?" "Let's go, my wife." "Boys." "When my husband says that we want the heads of my son's killers," "He does not say it figuratively." "We want their heads!" "SAN FRANCISCO ." "Listen, white boys, don't take this the wrong way," "But I saw that you guys are kind of assholes." "And I'm not going to risk any bullshit." "So El Sardo and I will be in charge of carrying out the Boss's orders." "You will be limited to taking us where we need to go and telling us who to take out." "Affirmative?" "indigenous language." "Goddamned white boys." "indigenous language." "Fucking assholes." "Listen, El Sardo said don't worry about your share of the money." "This is Pancho Macana's office." "He's a bald guy ... indigenous language." " Listen ..." " He's pretty big..." "Hey!" "Damn." "What's up with these guys, Benny?" "I think they've had training from the CIA." " These aren't them, Sergeant!" " God damn it!" "Beat it!" "Where do you think you were going?" "Get in there." "Move it." "Let's go." "Let's go!" "Are you sure this is all of them, man?" "Sergeant, I already told you I know the Panchos very well." "I've known them since Don Jose was working with his brother." "The only one left is Don Francisco." "Alright, you son of a bitch, you're fucked now." "But so you may leave this life without suffering," "I'll give you three chances to tell me who the snitch was that told you where to find my Boss's son." "One." "Go to Hell, soldier boy." "Sardo." "Two." "Go fuck your mother!" "Three." "Alright, Panchito." "With your brother I was very nice." "And I gave him three chances." "But to you, I'm giving only one." "One." "Who was the snitch, you motherfucker?" "Ah!" "Wait!" "It was a guy from San Miguel." "That's how I like it, weak and cooperating." "And what was his name?" "I swear, I swear I don't know, man!" "I just know they called him "El Diablito!"" "I swear that's all I know!" "indigenouslanguage." "indigenous language." "Diablito." "So boys, you're from San Miguel," "And you don't know this "Diablito?"" "No." "To tell the truth I don't either, Sergeant." "But it shouldn't be hard to find him." "Alright, then, assholes, time to finish the job!" "Sardo, pass me the machetes and let's proceed." "Alright, you two!" "I know I told you to let us handle things," "But now you're just being lazy." "Bring us some bags for the heads!" "SAN FRANCISCO COCKFIGHT ARENA" "Wait here." "Alright you sons of bitches, anyone who moves is fucked." "Sit, motherfucker!" "Don Pancho Reyes," "We bring you gifts on behalf of your brother." "Sons of bitches!" "SO THAT YOU LEARN TO RESPECT THE KINGS OF THE NORTH" "FUCKING SONS OF BITCHES" "El Diablito, El diablito..." "Alright, nephew, start talking!" "What the fuck did you tell the Panchos?" " Nothing." " Don't be a fool!" "It was you and only you who told the Panchos where to find J.R.!" "Act like a man and tell me the fucking truth!" "You know what they call someone who does such a thing?" "A snitch." "A stool pigeon." "An informer." "A narc, a rat!" "And in case you didn't know, it's the worst thing to be in the world!" "So?" "What did they give you in return?" "A gun, money, drugs?" "A car?" "Why did you do it, nephew?" "Because J.R. and that son of a bitch Don Jose killed my father, that's why!" "Don't talk bullshit, nephew." "It's not bullshit, Uncle Benny!" "It's the truth!" "Look!" "Where did you get this?" "From one of the Panchos who worked with my father." "He was there when they killed him." "Do you believe this story?" "Benny, I don't know what to tell you." "Your brother loved that necklace more than anything." "But when he was killed he no longer had it." "I'm going out for a moment." "I have to find out the truth." "There's only one person who can clear this up." "No, don't leave!" "This is crazy, please." "Pack a bag, nephew, and don't open the door for anyone until I come back." " Who the hell is it?" " It's me, Huasteco." "Benny." "Let me in." "What's up, Benny?" "Why the hell are you here so late?" "Come in." "Have a seat." "What is it?" " Can I get you a Tequila?" " No, Huasteco." "I'm here because there is something burning me up inside." "What's this about, Benny?" "Huasteco, tell me the truth." "Who the fuck killed my brother?" "Ah, didn't Cochiloco settle this already?" "May he rest in peace." "Better not to dwell on this and go get some sleep!" "Don't play dumb." "Look what I found, man." "I'm warning you." "Tell me the truth, or I'll put a bullet in you." "You decide." " You really want to know?" " Up to the last detail, man." "Alright look, Benny." "From day one, your little brother was the best." "But one day he crossed a line," "And Don Jose and J.R. would not forgive him." "You and Cochi always knew." "Not only did we know, we were there when it happened." "And how did those sons of bitches kill my brother?" "You must have rocks in your head!" "Why do you want to know everything?" "This is my fight, man." "Well, since you insist, I'll tell you the absolute truth." "The Reyes killed your brother worse than they would a dog." "You remember La Cucaracha, right?" "It was the same." "Except instead of cutting off your brother's tongue," "Don Jose cut off his balls." "What did my brother do to deserve that?" "It was your brother's mistake, Benny." "He slept with none other than Doña Mari!" "The Boss's wife!" " With Doña Mari?" " And not only once!" "Fucking Diablo!" "Your little brother was a real scoundrel!" "I don't think there's a lady around who didn't spend time in his bed!" "We'll see if his son El Diablito is just as wild" "What did you call my nephew, motherfucker?" "El Diablito..." "Didn't you know they call him that?" "You're playing a crooked game with me, aren't you, motherfucker?" "Don't kill me, man." "I wasn't going to say anything." "You're not like the Reyes, to kill me like a dog!" "You're right, Huasteco." "But I also can't take any risks, man." "How's it going, beautiful?" "Is everything okay?" "Are you sure?" "Nothing's happened?" "Okay." "I'm on my way." "You'll be alright, Huasteco?" "Take this money, son." "I'll send more later, okay?" "Shit!" "Hide, hide!" "Hi Benny, where are you headed?" "How's it going, Amaya?" "Just a little past Kilometer 18." "Let me go through." "You surprise me, Benny." "I have orders from your boss not to allow anyone to leave San Miguel." "Give me a chance." "Benny, you know things are bad." "What do you have there?" "Who is it?" "Get out." "I'm going to search ..." " You killed him, Uncle Benny!" " There was no other way, my boy." "Okay, nephew!" "Hey!" "It's time, my boy." "Remember what I told you." "When you get to Nogales?" "Here we go again..." "I go to Rancho Grande and ask for" "Gordo Lopez, and tell him you sent me." "He'll help me cross the border." "When I get there I call the number you gave me." "Perfect!" "You're no idiot." "You don't even seem like a Garcia, son." "Take good care of the money I gave you." "These smugglers respect nothing." "Okay, my son." "I fucking love you, uncle." "I'm sorry for the trouble I started." "You're also a pretty cool kid." "But don't get caught up in any more bullshit." "Take care of my mother as if you were me." "Alright, my boy." "Take this." "Go on." "Everything's fine, baby." "No, nobody cried." "We're Garcias!" "Yes, yes, my love." "I'm on my way." "What?" "What time did those bastards come over?" "Listen, baby, get out of the house and get out of San Miguel!" "Ask my Godfather for help!" "Yes, yes, if anything happens, get to a phone and call me back!" "Yes." "Yes my love." "I fucking love you." "Sons of bitches." "God damn it." "OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL POLICE" "No, don't talk about human rights." "This is a free country too." "Okay, see you in Washington." "Bye bye." "Now then." "How can I help you?" "Do you remember me, Captain?" "Of course I do." "You're El Cochiloco, right?" "No, that was my friend, may he rest in peace." "They call me El Benny." "I'm Benny Garcia." "And how are things in San Miguel?" "Still boiling?" "It just gets worse and worse." "That's why I'm here." "You remember the offer you made us, right?" "Of course." "Did you bring something good, Benny?" "Nothing more than ... the life and times of Don Jose Reyes." " Does that interest you?" " Ah, yes, yes, yes." "Yes, absolutely yes." "Of course." "You've seen that the policy of our president is to turn Mexico into a nation of snitches." "And..." "I would know how to reward you." "Thank you, Captain." "Lopez, prepare the cage." "We have a canary." "And so, Captain" "In one night we took out eight guys." "In the few months that I worked for Don Jose," "The bastard killed something like..." "40 people." " How much do we have?" " About two and a half hours, Captain." "Check it and make sure everything is good." "Very good Benny, very good, excellent." "I wish I had such a good memory." " Would you like another coffee?" " No, no, I'm pretty nervous." "Everything's fine, Captain." "Are we going to continue?" "No, with what we already have we can send Reyes away for the rest of his days." "Wait outside." "So, can I leave now, Captain?" "No, no." "Let me call my boss, we'll fill out some paperwork, and we'll be done." "You don't want me to wait outside?" "No, no, this is just a routine procedure." " Are you in a hurry?" " Yes, to tell the truth, I am." "Mister Reyes?" "Good evening." "Ramirez, from the Federal Police." "Listen, I think I have something that may interest you." "Are you acquainted with a Benjamin Garcia?" "Where's El Diablito?" "Garcia." "Garcia!" "Don't play dumb." "Tell us where the boy is and save yourself from all this suffering." "Take him." "He can't die here." "Don Jose wants him alive and kicking." "When you him over, tell Don Jose I'll come by later with the tapes." "Yes, Captain." "What a shame." "Wouldn't he have made a great snitch?" "Hey, man." "How much did you say your nephew was worth?" "200,000 dollars." "Holy shit." "What I would give for that much money..." "Agent, if it's not an intrusion, how much are they paying you to hand me over to Don Jose?" "5,000 pesos, that's it." "5,000 pesos ... what the fuck." "Your boss will get something like 50,000 dollars." "Seriously, man?" "Don't talk." "You really believe this guy, partner?" "No, I don't know, but ..." "I know that these Narcos operate under different monetary standards." "It's the truth." "And there's more:" "If you guys let me go, I'll give each of you 50,000 dollars, and a kilo of cocaine as a tip." "Listen, man." "If you fuck around or pull any shit," "I'll fill you with lead." "Boss ..." "Right here, boss." "Right here." "But you have to take the cuffs off so I can get your money." "Uncuff him." "Didn't I tell you, partner, that these fucking narcos are crazy?" "Yes." "Just look at that tomb." "Could you give me a hand, boss?" "Help him, I'll cover you." "We fucking scored, partner." "Come on, we agreed on 50,000 and a kilo of coke each." "These are my entire life savings, boss." "It doesn't matter, fucker." "Nobody knows who you worked for." "You already fucked yourself." "Alright, partner." "Son of a bitch, partner." "I think this guy died on us." "And now?" "What the fuck do we do?" "Well, we bury him and get the Hell out of here, no?" "Holy shit!" "Godson?" "What happened to you?" "I'll tell you, Godfather." "But right now can you take me to my wife?" "Wait, godson!" "Be careful!" "Lupita." "Lupita!" "Lupita." "There's no one here, godson." "So can you tell me what's going on?" "Just a minute, Godfather." "Hey beautiful?" "My beautiful?" "Ah." "Ah, my love!" "Ah, Jesus, you did not take my queen from me!" "My love." "My love!" " Drink this, my son." " No." " Come on!" " Thank you." "Mama, I'm going." "What are you going to do?" "When will you come back?" "Truthfully, mama, I don't think we'll see each other again." "Take good care of yourself!" " May God be with you." " Thank you" "This is crazy, Benny." "Are you sure you don't want me to go with you?" "Thank you, Godfather." "I leave my mother in your care." "Take care, godson." "Everything you asked for is in the truck." "Thank you, Godfather." "Goodbye, Mama." "One,two,threetesting." "Ladies and gentlemen," "Welcome to the ceremony of the Cry of Independence, in which we celebrate the Bicentennial of this heroic moment." "And to preside over this solemn event," "Please give a warm welcome to our municipal president," "Don Jose Reyes!" "And to his wonderful wife as well, my friends!" "They honor us with their presence!" "Halt..." "Now!" "Deliver the flag..." "Now!" "And now, ladies and gentlemen," "Our Municipal President will deliver the "Cry of Independence!"" "Men and women of Mexico!" "Viva the Bicentennial of Independence!" "Viva!" "Viva the heroes who gave us our Homeland!" "Viva!" "Viva Hidalgo!" "Viva!" "Viva Morelos!" "Viva San Miguel de Allende!" "Viva!" "Viva El Corregidor de Querétaro!" " Viva!" " Viva Doña Josefa Ortiz!" "Viva!" " Viva the poor of Mexico!" " Viva!" " Viva Mexico!" " Viva!" " Viva Mexico!" " Viva!" "What will I do, far from you, comforter of my soul?" "Without seeing you, without hearing you, without talking to you" "Ineverymoment, I will try to remember you..."