TV Series: "Griselda."

“Griselda” (Netflix) biographical crime drama about Griselda Blanco, a notorious Colombian drug lord. The series is co-written by Doug Miro, whose other notable work (as well as creator) is “Narcos” and “Narcos: Mexico.” Mr Miro is no novice, he also penned “The Great Raid” (2005), “The Uninvited” (2009), “Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time” (2010), among others. I was satisfied with both “Narcos” efforts. 

       Definitely, there’s so much to tell in/around the life story of Griselda Blanco, a powerful crime boss, and her rise in the Miami drug scene and pursuit of power and wealth. Years: 1990s. Critics were looking for more backstories, especially Senora Blanco’s relations with Pablo Escobar and the Rodriguez-Orejuela brothers and Carlos Lehder. More on cartels Medellin and Cali, of course. Maybe some encounters with El Chapo? What we get is Griselda war with the Fabio Ochoa cartel and its underlings, especially in Miami. And perhaps another episode to expound more on Griselda’s assassination in an obvious hit in 2012 as she “retired” from the scene at age 69. 

      Yet what else haven’t we explored yet? Gotta leave those to further googling. Or you may watch 2017’s “Cocaine Godmother,” starring Catherine Zeta-Jones. (“Griselda” is much better though.)

       Anyhow, “Griselda” is primarily a Sofía Vergara acting vehicle. Although he may not be spectacular, indeed she deserved at least a nomination in major accolade givers Golden Globe and Oscars. All others around her are mere obligatory adornments. Gravel-faced padrons and their stoic, trash-talking, cold-hearted sicarios. 

       I admit, it’s entertaining to watch Ms Vergara beyond the homely silliness of “Modern Family.” 📺🎥📺