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Narcos (2015)

a compulsion for mafia maniacs. Based on the infamous Medellin cartel. How world's richest drug lord Pablo escobar and companions penetrated world market. Money, Love, Family, fame and narcos have ensued nostalgic feeling of and has given us knowledge of Despotism.

Of all the original Netflix programming i've watched so far, Narcos, though extremely binge-worthy, ranks somewhere in the bottom. But that's only because netflix tends to outdo itself with every new show. Narcos is beautiful to see, and has a very interesting story to tell, but with very poorly sculpted characters.

Here's what worked for me: The brilliant setting in Colombia and the authentic feel to the whole scene with the Spanish littered with english. Oh, and Pedro Pascal. I'm tempted to throw in a picture, but that can be distracting, so i'll hold off.

And here's the main reason why i think this show isn't as powerful as it could have been: The DEA agent's character, who narrates most of the story, is very Lacklustre. You don't believe him when he comes in like a Patriot to Colombia, as cavalry in the War against drugs, and you don't believe him when he claims to be tired of it all in the end.

Pedro Pascal's character, the DEA agents wife and many other actors are all characters that are there, but not there. Yes Pablo Escobar is portrayed brilliantly, but without a counterweight yang, there's just too much yin in this show.

PS: I'm going to re-watch this if i ever have to learn Spanish.

Narcos is a Netflix original series available exclusively for Netflix users. It is based on true events of Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar who created Medellin Cartel and created an empire of cash from powder(cocaine). He use to produce cocaine in Colombia and export it to USA. The youth of America was highly addictive of this drug which became a serious concern for USA government. It is amazing to watch how Drug Enforcement Agency(DEA) handled situation like this and show perfectly narrated and tried to show the same picture of what exactly happened. This show has got emotions, sex, blood, patriotism and heroism. Anyone who is a fan of action must watch this show. I will rate Narcos 4.5/5.