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Bordertown 2007

“Lies. Corruption. Murder. One reporter will break the silence.”

★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 R CrimeDramaMysteryThriller Released
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What is Bordertown?

Bordertown is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
2007
Status
Released
Runtime
112 minutes
Release date
Feb 22, 2007
Studios
Mosaic Media Group, El Norte Productions, Nuyorican Productions
Genres
Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.3/10
Episode runtime
~112 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Mosaic Media Group, El Norte Productions, Nuyorican Productions

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Bordertown is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Mosaic Media Group, El Norte Productions, Nuyorican Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A determined reporter uncovers deadly secrets behind border factories.”

Reasons to watch
  • Jennifer Lopez and Martin Sheen deliver strong performances
  • The story tackles NAFTA‑related labor exploitation
  • Atmospheric border setting enhances the tension
Keep in mind
  • At 1h 52m, the runtime may feel lengthy for some viewers

Watch it if you’re interested in gritty journalism dramas that tackle social injustice.

The film includes violent murders and mature themes, so it is intended for adult audiences.

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Who wrote and directed the film?

Gregory Nava wrote and directed Bordertown.

Which actors headline the cast?

The film stars Jennifer Lopez, Martin Sheen, Maya Zapata, Sônia Braga, and Antonio Banderas.

What is the central premise of the story?

An American reporter investigates a series of murders of young maquiladora workers in a Mexican border town.

When was the movie released in the United States?

Bordertown was released in the United States on January 29, 2008.

What genres best describe the film?

It is classified as a crime, drama, mystery, and thriller film.

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