Genre: Drama/Crime

Runtime: 2hr 34min

Language: Spanish

IMDb: 8.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 93%

Metacritic: 83%

Wikipedia : Link

Director: Alejandro González Iñárritu

Cast

Gael García Berna, Vanessa Bauche, Emilio Echevarría, Goya Toledo, Gerardo Campbell, Álvaro Guerrero, Marco Pérez, Lourdes Echevarría

Plot

Amores Perros is a Mexican drama film directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu. The movie weaves together three interconnected stories in Mexico City, all linked by a car accident and a series of fateful events.

The first story revolves around Octavio, a young man who becomes involved in dogfighting to make money for his lover, Susana, who happens to be his brother’s wife. The car crash sets off a chain of tragic events that impact their lives.

The second story follows Valeria, a beautiful model who is severely injured in the same car accident. Her life takes a dramatic turn as she struggles to recover while trapped in her apartment with only her loyal dog for company.

The final story centers on El Chivo, a former revolutionary turned hitman. The accident disrupts his criminal activities and forces him to confront his violent past and seek redemption.

Amores Perros is a gritty exploration of love, loss, and the interconnectedness of people’s lives, with the city of Mexico as a vivid backdrop. The film’s non-linear narrative and complex characters make it a powerful and emotionally resonant cinematic experience.