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Bajo tierra

2009Movie10 min

51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.1

A nerve-racking, relentlessly bleak movie about everyday modern life and society, with standout cinematography and world-building.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · solo watch

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you need an uplifting mood · you want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Story

Two young men are preparing to cross the border between Mexico and the United States.

Feels like

  • Gritty Immigration Drama
  • Visceral Realism
  • Border Crossing Thriller
  • Sociopolitical Commentary
  • Oppressive Atmosphere
  • Documentary Style
  • Survival Horror
  • Mexican Cinema
  • Human Rights Focus

Cast

2 of 2

Crew

Directed by
Eduardo Covarrubias
Written by
Eduardo Covarrubias

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Facts

September 11, 2009 · 10 min · Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery

Released
September 11, 2009
Runtime
10 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Original language
Spanish
Made in
Mexico

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Bajo tierra worth watching?"

Questions about Bajo tierra

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Bajo tierra worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 5.1).

Will I feel good after watching Bajo tierra?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for bleakness and 7 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.

Is Bajo tierra plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (8 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Bajo tierra in English?

Spanish

No, it was made in Spanish.