Miss Bala

In this action-packed thriller directed by Catherine Hardwicke, Gina Rodriguez stars as Gloria, a young woman who finds herself drawn into the dangerous world of cross-border crime. After witnessing a murder, she is forced to navigate a treacherous path between the DEA and a powerful drug cartel to survive and protect her loved ones. The film explores themes of resilience and empowerment as Gloria transforms from a victim to a formidable force. While it did not receive any major awards, the movie offers a gripping narrative and intense performances. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.