Plot: There are riots in the streets of Mexico City, but that doesn't stop an upper middle class family from holding a wedding. It's a bad idea as protestors find their way onto the property and wreak havoc on the guests. The daughter of the family gets kidnapped and is held for ransom, while the military is staging its own coup.
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September 04, 2024
A rather grim and violent look at the outcome of riots staged against the rich. The intro is a little slow, but once the coup starts Franco doesn't pull any punches. New Order is blunt and to the point, relieved of any fat and excess, while coldly treading through its pretty cynical plot. It's not for the faint of heart.
Franco doesn't shy away from shocking scenes, but the dry delivery keeps this film well within the arthouse realm (core genre fans don't need to bother). The presentation is effective, the performances are solid and the pacing is perfect. Not an easy watch, but if you want an experience, New Order will deliver.