In this category of Mira vé Colombia you will find Movies and TV series that have been produced in Colombia or that have a close connection to the country. From stories inspired by Colombian culture and tradition to productions based on real events that marked the country’s history, here you can discover the best of cinema and television with a Colombian essence. Whether dramas, comedies, thrillers, or documentaries, each work reflects in some way the talent, cultural richness, and identity of Colombia on screen.
Colombian films and series have earned a place on the international stage thanks to their authentic stories, cultural richness, and portrayal of the country’s reality. From stories inspired by real events to fictional tales with an unmistakable stamp, Colombia has demonstrated its talent on both the big and small screens.
Embrace of the Serpent (2015) – A visually stunning film that takes us to the Amazon rainforest in a story of exploration and spirituality. It was nominated for an Oscar and is one of the jewels of Colombian cinema.
«Birds of Passage» (2018) – Combines history and crime to tell the story of how drug trafficking began in Colombia, but from the perspective of an indigenous Wayuu family. A unique and fascinating film.
«The Snail Strategy» (1993) – A classic Colombian film, full of humor and social commentary. A story about tenants fighting to avoid eviction from their home, with an unforgettable ending.
«The Kings of the World» (2022) – A moving film that follows five marginalized young people in search of a piece of land they were promised. It won the Golden Shell at the San Sebastian Film Festival.
«Monos» (2019) – A psychological thriller about a group of young guerrilla fighters living in isolation in the jungle. Tense, powerful, and unlike any other Colombian film.
«Narcos» (2015-2017) – Although it is an international production, much of the story takes place in Colombia and recounts the rise and fall of Pablo Escobar in impressive detail.
«Escobar, the Boss of Evil» (2012) – If you’re looking for a more realistic take on Escobar’s life, this Colombian series offers a deeper and more accurate portrayal of the facts.
«Distrito Salvaje» (2018) – A former guerrilla fighter tries to leave his past behind and adapt to city life in this action-packed drama series, available on Netflix.
«La reina del flow» (2018-2021) – A Colombian television phenomenon that combines reggaeton, revenge, and a story full of unexpected twists and turns.
«Bolívar» (2019) – A series that explores the life of liberator Simón Bolívar, showing everything from his youth to his role in the independence of several Latin American countries.
Colombian productions have earned a place in the world thanks to their creativity, narrative style, and ability to tell stories that connect with audiences. Whether you like emotionally charged films or action-packed, dramatic series, Colombian cinema and television have something to offer you.
The Strategy of the Snail (La Estrategia del Caracol in spanish) is my wife’s favorite movie. I ask her to tell me what she likes about the movie and to give me her opinion. She agrees to write me a kind of personal review, summarizing what she remembers about this Colombian feature film on a few pieces of paper. It’s … Leer más
To begin with, this first film we review on our blog Miravecolombia.com, which supposedly deals with Colombia, is not Colombian, since although it was filmed in Colombia, it was produced by Finland, France, Norway, and Denmark. However, the film is a documentary, lasts 91 minutes, was released in 2020, and has won numerous awards. Colombia in My Arms (Colombia fue … Leer más