Pájaros de verano

"Generations of tradition. Consumed by greed."

Feb 13 2019 Not Rated 2h 5m
Crime, Drama

During the marijuana bonanza, a violent decade that saw the origins of drug trafficking in Colombia, Rapayet and his indigenous family get involved in a war to control the business that ends up destroying their lives and their culture.

Plot

In the 70s, as the American youth embraces hippie culture, marijuana bonanza hits Colombia, quickly turning farmers into seasoned businessmen. In the Guajira desert, a Wayuu indigenous family takes a leading role in this new venture, and discovers the perks of wealth and power. But when greed, passion, and honor blend together, a fratricidal war breaks out and will soon put their family, their lives and their ancestral traditions at stake.

Written by

Maria Camila Arias, Jacques Toulemonde Vidal, Cristina Gallego

Directed by

Cristina Gallego, Ciro Guerra

Production Countries

Colombia, Denmark, France, Mexico

Production Companies

Pimienta Films, Labo, Ciudad Lunar, Bord Cadre Films, Blond Indian Films, Caracol Televisión, Snowglobe, Dago García Producciones

Languages

English, Español

Awards

30 wins & 42 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
13,855
Average Rating
7.5 out of 10
Metascore
85
Popularity
NA