Cartel War (2010)
"Disrupt/Dismantle" (original title)

L.A. undercover cops disregard the law to bring down the most powerful drug mob in the U.S. Loosely based on Mexico's once most powerful drug cartel leader, this journey into the drug underworld cuts to the bone and through the heart.

Directors:

Jack Lucarelli, Troy Price

Writers:

Jack Lucarelli, Troy Price

Stars:

Jack Lucarelli, Mercedes Carolina, Roberto 'Sanz' Sanchez

2 wins.

Cast

Credited cast:
Jack Lucarelli	...	Mike Marino
Mercedes Carolina	...	Catalina Vega (as Mercedes Brito)
Roberto 'Sanz' Sanchez	...	Antonio Vega
Sandra Carolina	...	Gina Cassidy (as Sandra Luesse)
Dwight Hicks	...	Logan Coffey
Gene Lythgow	...	Gene Wilson
Brian Smolensky	...	Jack Brokowski
Aaron D. Spears	...	Andre Rhodes
Christopher Lamark	...	Dj
Carlos Pratts	...	De La Pena
Steve Whelan	...	Steve Yaconelli
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Ashley Alexis	...	Waitress
Jason Bariamis	...	Cousin
David Bartlett	...	Otto
Brian Beach Jr.	...	Jeff

Storyline

Hard realities intertwine when an elite division of L.A. undercover narcotics cops, Division 123, begins to peel away the layers of a powerful drug cartel to undermine their manipulative influence. A study in humanity: of the cops and the challenge they face to balance a commitment to those they love, against their commitment to task and ability to protect. At one moment, immersed in the glitz of L.A.'s glamor and the next, looping into the city's seedy underbelly, 'DISRUPT/DISMANTLE' follows these officers as they go head-to-head with a ruthless yet seductive foe. Echoing the familiar scenario of cops vs. bad guys, this story presents itself with new vigor, fresh and focused on the lives of determined cops making choices - and mistakes. As the discovery of bodies begins to tarnish the investigation - including the brutal murder of one of their own, Division 123 disregards the law to bring down the most powerful drug mob in the U.S. Heralding new talent and veteran actors who come ...

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Plot Keywords:

murder | violence | blood | nudity | friendship | 

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Taglines:

To hell with the rules...and the people who wrote them...

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Genres:

Action | Crime | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for violence, language, some sexual content/nudity and drug use

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

April 2010 (USA)

Also Known As:

Cartel War

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$196,500 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Division One Twenty-Three

Technical Specs

Runtime:

94 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital (Digital)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

User Reviews

Unknown cast, Surprisingly good performances, and almost solid story/plot

I first heard about the making of this film back in 2009, and was under the impression it was going to be yet another low budget, displeasing film based on the overkilled already filmed stories of drug lords, but how wrong was I?

OK, there are plot holes, and a mismatch of soundtrack, and sound effects, but bloody hell, this film actually exceeded my expectations personally.

What I cannot understand is why are there so many talented actors, and actresses in this film that I have not seen or heard of before? There are also veteran actors, and actresses cast in this film who are equally as impressive, many, outstanding performances.

How can a film like this go under the radar for so long, and why was there such a long time between the film being shot, and then reaching DVD? Almost three years!

One has to wonder if there were legal things going on, or if it were a case of Hollywood trying to restrict the producers, writers etc.

If anyone from the film, be it, writer, actor, actress, director, who wishes to shed more light on these questions above, please feel free to contact me, or post a reply here. It would be greatly appreciated.

Mickyfin