Cinephile 541 "Sicario"

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Written By Nathan Box

Somewhere between "Traffic" and FX's "The Bridge" is the intensity of "Sicario;" a film balancing drugs, liberty and security. Comparing this film to such an amazing movie and television show is a high compliment in my book. All three place a microscope over the United States' relationship with Mexico and the war on drugs. "Sicario" differentiates itself by focusing on the gray legality of the never-ending fight. By the time the credits roll, you will be left questioning and debating in your own head the price we pay for our liberty in order to feel secure. As you are well aware, this discussion doesn't arrive at easy answers and neither does this film. For this reason precisely, it is worth the price of admission. 

Be good to each other, 

-Nathan 

Nathan Box
Hello! My name is Nathan. I've always believed I would meet that special someone in one of two places; either a record store or a book store. Maybe I need to amend? I moved to Seattle in February of 2011 from Oklahoma City (Try and not hold the Sonics/Thunder thing against me). I knew I wanted to work for a nonprofit and go to grad school. Within a couple of months, I was doing both. During the day, I work as a Fund Developer and Community Relations Manager for a nonprofit in Kent and at night I try to stay as busy as possible volunteering, trying new restaurants, finding hidden bars and exploring Seattle. The past few years has been both terrifying and exhilarating. I have done things on my own I didn’t think were within my capability. I love being outdoors. On any given weekend, I can be found hiking, on a road trip, volunteering, at a museum, seeing a movie (I see a lot of them). I am passionate about nonprofit work. I feel called to leave a mark on this world. Nothing against those who enjoy making tons of money, I just need to know I am making a difference.
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