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The Beast
The most raw human suffering of them all.
Genres
DocumentaryDrama
Overview
Each year, hundreds of Central American migrants try to cross the northern border of Mexico on the freight train known as the Beast. That trip is usually the most dangerous journey of their lives. On the road many lost their dreams, their body parts and even their lives. Crossing Mexico is their biggest challenge, here are victims of discrimination, violence and even murder. This film portrays the suffering of those people who travel in search of a better life.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
77 min
Release Date
2010-01-01
Status
Released
Original Language
Spanish
Vote Count
3
Vote Average
6
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Gregory Dayton
Narrator
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