I just finished watching Coyote, streaming on Netflix. The plot summary looked interesting, although I wasn't familiar with any of the actors, so I took a chance. The film blew me away. First of all, the cinematography, music, and direction were first rate - really first rate! The acting, for the most part, was also top notch. The story deals with a couple of fellows, one of Mexican heritage, the other American, who decide to cash in on the business of smuggling Mexicans into the USA. Unlike their Mexican counterparts, who treat their "clients" as cash cows, with little regard for their survival, these two make sure that their paying customers are watered, fed, and assured of a safe passage across the border. Unfortunately, their better business practices have an unforeseen consequence, and this is where the film really grabs the viewer by the throat and never lets up. I've seen many, many big studio productions that can't hold a candle to this movie. Don't pay any attention to its low budget, unknown actors, or any of the other usual warning signs for a poor film. This one really rocks!!

Living in Arizona on the border we have always dealt with the issues of illegal aliens. Currently w/the drug cartels and the legislation passed, it has really come to the forefront. This was a truly empathetic, yet realistic movie. "Coyote" is an awful word here. They are lowlife who prey on the unfortunate. It is sad that people who only want a better life are so exploited and even killed in that quest. While this is illegal..in the movie, these men try to temper it in a way that shows care for these people and won't get them killed. They, still however, profit off their plight. One of them, however, pays the ultimate price. Don't miss it.

This movie was playing at the San Diego Film Festival when I saw it. It apparently won the audience choice award, which is no surprise. This is a movie that anyone can understand and relate to. If you have ever lived by or visited any country's border, have ever had a best friend, have ever had an opinion on the recently increasingly controversial immigration issue, been in love, ever had an adrenaline rush and liked it, have ever tried to "find yourself", tried to make a quick buck, known an immigrant - legal or illegal , felt like you didn't belong, or had a run-in with the law whether you were innocent or guilty, you can appreciate this movie. Sure there's some bad acting, but this film has all the right elements to move you. There's action and suspense, humor, love, and drama all there for your enjoyment. You've gotta see it for yourself and determine if you like it. I loved it and can't wait to see it again. It is unbelievable that this was a low budget, independent film!

Don't Miss this film. If you can get a chance to see it at a festival do so.I saw this movie at the Big Bear International Film Festival by chance. Right away I knew this movie was one of a kind. The festival jury agreed by awarding the film Best Feature Jury Award. Well deserved! You can tell when a group of filmmakers know how to tell a story and this group did a great job of telling a sensitive subject matter. They have breathed life and humanity back into the debate of illegal immigration. I hope there are a lot more festivals for this film and I would not be surprised if it ended up in theaters soon. A must see! Don't miss it.