Tempestad
Tempestad

Movie spotlight

Tempestad

2017
Movie
105 min
Spanish

A woman is recruited to a prison controlled by organized crime while another woman searches for her missing daughter. Through images that submerges us in a journey from north to south Mexico, both testimonies collide and take us to the center of a storm: a country where violence has taken control of our lives, our desires and our dreams.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users94%
Director: Tatiana HuezoGenres: Documentary, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

This documentary weaves together the harrowing personal testimonies of two women, Miriam and Adela, who have been victims of human trafficking and extortion in Mexico. Through their individual journeys, the film exposes the systemic failures and deep-seated corruption that enable such crimes to persist. It highlights the immense strength and resilience of survivors as they navigate a justice system that often fails them.

Critical Reception

Tempestad received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling, empathetic portrayal of its subjects, and its unflinching examination of social injustice in Mexico. Critics praised Tatiana Huezo's sensitive direction and the bravery of the women who shared their stories, making it a significant and impactful documentary.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply moving and important documentary that gives voice to victims of human trafficking.

  • Praised for its sensitive direction and the profound strength of its subjects.

  • An unflinching look at systemic corruption and the fight for justice in Mexico.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praised 'Tempestad' for its powerful and necessary exploration of human trafficking and corruption in Mexico. Many lauded the film for giving a voice to the victims and highlighting their resilience, while also acknowledging the difficult but important subject matter.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary at the Goya Awards (Spain), won Best Film at the FICUNAM (Mexico), and received multiple awards at international film festivals.

Fun Fact

Director Tatiana Huezo spent over three years working with the women featured in the film, building trust to ensure their stories were told with dignity and respect.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review