---
title: "Narco Cultura"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/narco-cultura-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 159012
imdb_id: "tt2504022"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 103
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 60
content_rating: "R"
---

# Narco Cultura (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/narco-cultura-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Narco Cultura is a 2013 documentary film directed by Shaul Schwarz that examines the Mexican drug war in Ciudad Juárez. The film highlights how narco-traffickers have become iconic outlaws and models of success for many, focusing on Edgar Quintero of the narcocorrido band Buknas de Culiacán and crime-scene investigator Richi Soto. It explores cycles of addiction to money, drugs, and violence on both sides of the United States-Mexico border with a documentary tone.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover how the Mexican drug war fuels a thriving culture of fame and iconic outlaws."

### Why Watch
- Directed by Shaul Schwarz and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2013.
- Explores the Mexican drug war in Ciudad Juárez through the perspectives of Edgar Quintero and crime-scene investigator Richi Soto.
- Won an International Documentary Association Award and received a Cinema Eye Honors Award nomination.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It deals with the heavy and violent subject matter of the Mexican drug war.
- Tone & Suitability: This is a serious documentary featuring crime scene investigations and mature themes relating to the drug war.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #documentary, #crime, #mexican-drug-war, #border-culture, #real-world

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor, Fandor Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Fandor | Cineverse | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Shaul Schwarz
- **Networks / Studios**: Parts & Labor, Cinedigm, K5 International

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Narco Cultura?
Streaming availability details can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database.

### Q: Is Narco Cultura worth watching?
Yes, it is an International Documentary Association Award winner that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.

### Q: What is the runtime of Narco Cultura?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes.

### Q: Who are the main focal points of the movie?
The two main focal points are Edgar Quintero of the narcocorrido band Buknas de Culiacán and crime-scene investigator Richi Soto.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Narco Cultura — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/159012)
- [Narco Cultura (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2504022/fullcredits/)
- [Narco Cultura - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narco_Cultura)
- [Narco Cultura (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/159012-narco-cultura/cast)
- [Narco Cultura - Jeremy Turner Studio](https://jeremyturnerstudio.com/works/narco-cultura)
- [Narco Cultura (2013) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/narco-cultura/60238/credits/)

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