Cartel: The Genesis

A ruthless cartel leader is gunned down in a drug deal gone wrong, leaving his loyal enforcer to take over the organization. The enforcer must contend with a new cartel leader, a vengeful detective, and a host of dangerous enemies who all want a piece of the power. As the body count rises, he must fight to survive and protect his family in a brutal war for control.

Cartel: The Genesis received generally mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its formulaic plot and uninspired action sequences. While some acknowledged its attempt at gritty realism, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

• Praised for its attempts at gritty realism and some violent action.

• Criticized for a derivative plot and lack of originality.

• Often described as a low-budget, forgettable thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Cartel: The Genesis are scarce, but the limited feedback suggests a low-key reception, with many viewers finding it to be a predictable and unengaging crime film.

Despite its title, the film does not have a direct connection to the previously released "Cartel" (2012) and was largely independent of it.