Sicario (2015)

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"The border is just another line to cross."

Movie · 2015 · 2h 2m · Released · Rated R · Action, Crime, Thriller

BingeNext's take

If you’re into tense, gripping thrillers with a strong dose of action and crime, Sicario is a solid pick. The film follows an idealistic FBI agent, played by Emily Blunt, who gets pulled into a government task force tackling the brutal drug war along the U.S.-Mexico border. The cast is impressive, with Benicio del Toro and Josh Brolin adding weight to the story. Watching Sicario feels intense and gritty, like you’re right there in the middle of a dangerous, morally complex world. It’s not just about the action but the atmosphere and the tough choices the characters face. If you’ve enjoyed movies like No Country for Old Men or Man on Fire, this one will fit right in. It’s a gripping ride that keeps you on edge without feeling over the top.

Synopsis

An idealistic FBI agent is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border area between the U.S. and Mexico.

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Cast

  • Emily Blunt as Kate Macer
  • Benicio del Toro as Alejandro Gillick
  • Josh Brolin as Matt Graver
  • Victor Garber as Dave Jennings
  • Jon Bernthal as Ted
  • Daniel Kaluuya as Reggie Wayne
  • Jeffrey Donovan as Steve Forsing
  • Raoul Max Trujillo as Rafael
  • Julio Cesar Cedillo as Fausto Alarcon
  • Hank Rogerson as Phil Coopers

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