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Despite the tense developments of the COVID-19 pandemic, it's undeniable that the time when everyone needed to "stay home" to help prevent and contain the disease was a golden opportunity for Netflix to truly thrive. Not missing this valuable opportunity, the leading online streaming platform has released a series of captivating and unmissable new films this March.
"The Legend of Cocaine Island"
"The Legend of Cocaine Island" is arguably Netflix's most intriguing documentary of March, with a story that seems like something out of a movie but turns out to be true. "The Legend of Cocaine Island" tells the story of a small business owner who stumbles upon a legend about a $2 million cocaine "treasure" hidden in the Caribbean.
Burdened by debt from the Great Depression, he hatches a plan to recover his buried spoils. But lacking prior drug trafficking experience, trouble begins to pile up for this inexperienced "rookie."
"The Highwaymen" – The Highway Squad
Those who love cinema or literature are undoubtedly familiar with the criminal couple Bonnie and Clyde. Together, they committed a series of brutal robberies and murders in the 1930s. While other works celebrate the romantic and "rebellious" love of this couple, "The Highwaymen" explores the perspective of the police officers who tirelessly hunted them down.
The film tells the story of Frank Hamer, a police officer who pursues a series of cases to track down Bonnie and Clyde. It stars two big names: Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson.
"Most Beautiful Thing" – The most beautiful thing
"Most Beautiful Thing" is a Brazilian film set against the backdrop of captivating bossa nova music (a genre characteristic of Brazil). The film tells the story of Maria Luiza (played by Maria Casadevall), a young and wealthy woman from São Paulo who moves to Rio de Janeiro to open a restaurant with her husband. Upon arrival, she discovers her husband has abandoned her with all her money. With nothing left to lose, Maria decides to pursue her long-held dream of becoming a singer.
"Spenser Confidential" – Spenser's Justice
Action stars Peter Berg and Mark Wahlberg star in "Spenser Confidential," a film based on Ace Atkins' novel Wonderland, which centers around Spenser, a former police officer released from prison after being betrayed by his colleagues. Teaming up with a fighter named Hawk, the two work to take down corrupt police officers who have colluded with drug cartels and politicians to create a vast criminal network.
"Kingdom" – The Zombie Dynasty Season 2
One of Netflix's most anticipated titles this month is "Kingdom" Season 2. The sequel to this Korean zombie series is set in the late 16th century, during the Joseon Dynasty. Prince Chang has learned a little about the zombie plague ravaging the nation. Now, he must uncover the true source of the disease while simultaneously protecting the people from the zombies. Season 2 also has only 6 episodes, similar to the first season.
Lost Girls
"Lost Girls" tells the story of Mari Gilbert, a woman distraught over the disappearance of her daughter. Because the police are not taking action, she is forced to investigate on her own in Long Island. There, Mari discovers that numerous sex workers have been murdered. The film is inspired by the true events described in Robert Kolker's book, "Lost Girls: An Unsolved American Mystery."
"Elite" – Season 3
The mysterious, thrilling school story and internal conflicts between factions at Spain's most prestigious school, Elite, will return in season 3, along with the return of the character Polo.
Elite 3 is full of fantasy but also has realistic aspects about love, friendship, overcoming pain, sacrifice, and mindset. Faced with a future full of possibilities, the characters must decide whether to cling to or let go of the past in order to live their vibrant youth to the fullest.
