1 00:00:01,502 --> 00:00:03,795 HE WHO DOESN'T KNOW HISTORY IS DOOMED TO REPEAT IT 2 00:00:13,222 --> 00:00:15,974 PABLO ESCOBAR, THE LORD OF EVIL 3 00:01:09,778 --> 00:01:12,114 Hi Julio. It’s wonderful having you here. 4 00:01:12,990 --> 00:01:15,117 You look furious. What’s wrong? 5 00:01:16,285 --> 00:01:18,704 What happened? Thank you very much, dear. 6 00:01:18,787 --> 00:01:22,249 The same that will happen to you if you don’t get moving. 7 00:01:23,750 --> 00:01:25,877 We are really screwed. 8 00:01:25,961 --> 00:01:27,045 Why? 9 00:01:27,129 --> 00:01:29,298 What do you mean, Julio? What’s wrong? 10 00:01:31,675 --> 00:01:34,928 There's a witness in the States 11 00:01:35,012 --> 00:01:38,056 who is willing to testify against my brother. 12 00:01:39,349 --> 00:01:44,563 That will be more than enough to extradite him from Spain tomorrow. 13 00:01:44,646 --> 00:01:48,150 Wait, Julio! Wait a moment! 14 00:01:49,318 --> 00:01:50,777 What do you mean a witness? 15 00:01:50,861 --> 00:01:53,989 A witness where? A witness who? 16 00:01:54,072 --> 00:01:56,575 I wish I knew, Pablo! 17 00:01:56,658 --> 00:02:01,538 The lawyers are saying that’s all they need to screw over Pedro. 18 00:02:01,622 --> 00:02:02,914 What do you think about that? 19 00:02:03,790 --> 00:02:05,709 Don’t worry about that. Thanks, dear. 20 00:02:05,792 --> 00:02:10,547 You know lawyers love to scare you and that’s what they are doing. 21 00:02:11,131 --> 00:02:15,093 Nothing is going to happen to Pedro. 22 00:02:15,177 --> 00:02:20,349 An extradition process from Spain to the United States takes a long time, 23 00:02:20,432 --> 00:02:22,476 it's very complex and complicated. 24 00:02:22,559 --> 00:02:26,855 So breathe, calm down, drink your lemonade, 25 00:02:26,938 --> 00:02:29,691 - and we’ll analyze this situation. - What situation? 26 00:02:29,775 --> 00:02:32,527 Don’t you see there is nothing to be analyzed, Pablo? 27 00:02:33,528 --> 00:02:36,114 That witness will fuck us all over. 28 00:02:37,157 --> 00:02:40,869 And when I say all of us, you know what I’m talking about. 29 00:02:44,831 --> 00:02:46,792 This shit is heavy! 30 00:02:46,875 --> 00:02:48,502 MANAGUA, NICARAGUA 1985 31 00:02:48,585 --> 00:02:49,753 Excuse me, guys. 32 00:02:49,836 --> 00:02:53,215 Do me a favor, wait for me! Give me that. 33 00:02:54,341 --> 00:02:55,509 Relax. 34 00:02:56,134 --> 00:02:58,303 Keep up the good work. 35 00:03:02,015 --> 00:03:03,809 What's up, Sir? 36 00:03:03,892 --> 00:03:05,227 There you go. 37 00:03:05,310 --> 00:03:09,898 I hope you're good at accounting, because you have a lot to count. 38 00:03:09,981 --> 00:03:12,859 There it is! Do you like what you see? 39 00:03:12,943 --> 00:03:13,902 Look at that! 40 00:03:17,406 --> 00:03:19,783 Did you see the toy we sent you? 41 00:03:19,866 --> 00:03:21,410 Did you like it? 42 00:03:21,493 --> 00:03:23,370 So pretty and brand new! 43 00:03:25,288 --> 00:03:26,915 I’m so excited! 44 00:03:28,166 --> 00:03:32,838 You know these are precision ones, not semi-automatic. 45 00:03:36,216 --> 00:03:39,720 Though the Colombian people have a positive outlook on the dialogues 46 00:03:39,803 --> 00:03:44,391 between President de la Cruz and the MR20 guerrillas, 47 00:03:44,474 --> 00:03:48,019 the current situation still hasn't allowed any discussion of peace. 48 00:03:48,812 --> 00:03:53,275 Both the army and the guerrillas are continuing to attack each other, 49 00:03:53,358 --> 00:03:58,655 and while certain MR20 commanders are participating in peace negotiations, 50 00:03:58,739 --> 00:04:01,366 others are attacking and being attacked. 51 00:04:01,450 --> 00:04:05,829 It’s the Army’s fault, they don’t want a peaceful solution. 52 00:04:05,912 --> 00:04:10,542 What’s the point in peace talks if the parties are still at war? 53 00:04:11,585 --> 00:04:14,963 First they asked us to kill them, now they're asking us to do nothing. 54 00:04:15,130 --> 00:04:19,843 How can we promote the idea of a country living in harmony, 55 00:04:19,926 --> 00:04:22,220 when the number of deaths keeps increasing? 56 00:04:22,763 --> 00:04:27,976 President de la Cruz insists these are minor setbacks that must be overcome. 57 00:04:28,518 --> 00:04:31,938 I understand the Colombian people's frustration, 58 00:04:33,190 --> 00:04:37,486 but I ask you to accompany the government in this effort, 59 00:04:37,569 --> 00:04:42,240 and to understand that we must overcome these difficulties. 60 00:04:43,283 --> 00:04:48,121 Our objective is still to reinstate peace in this country. 61 00:04:49,331 --> 00:04:52,375 That’s why I'm reaffirming the Colombians, 62 00:04:52,459 --> 00:04:57,172 the MR20 guerrillas and the National Army, 63 00:04:57,839 --> 00:05:01,927 that the cease fire is still in effect. 64 00:05:02,010 --> 00:05:04,304 Orders? Orders from who? 65 00:05:05,806 --> 00:05:08,225 - Lieutenant! - Yes, Colonel? 66 00:05:08,308 --> 00:05:11,102 We have to keep searching for Commander Fabricio Romero. 67 00:05:11,186 --> 00:05:16,149 We know he’s hiding here Cali, but I need to know exactly where. 68 00:05:16,233 --> 00:05:20,737 We’re doing intelligence work Colonel, and two suspects are being watched. 69 00:05:20,904 --> 00:05:23,740 How do we know those two suspects are going to lead us to Romero? 70 00:05:23,824 --> 00:05:29,287 You have one week to give me results. Is that clear? 71 00:05:31,456 --> 00:05:32,958 Yes, Sir! 72 00:05:33,124 --> 00:05:34,376 - Leave. - Excuse me. 73 00:05:41,299 --> 00:05:42,676 - Mr. Guillermo! - Yes? 74 00:05:43,552 --> 00:05:45,971 This just came in. Look at this. 75 00:05:47,346 --> 00:05:49,891 The United States is accusing the Sandinista government 76 00:05:50,058 --> 00:05:53,019 of being allies with Colombian drug traffickers. 77 00:05:53,103 --> 00:05:54,646 That's absurd. 78 00:05:54,729 --> 00:05:56,355 The gringos say they have proof. 79 00:05:56,523 --> 00:06:01,152 And in these photos you can clearly see a Sandinista officer handling drugs. 80 00:06:01,236 --> 00:06:02,404 And look who else is there. 81 00:06:03,989 --> 00:06:06,533 Pablo Escobar Gaviria and his cousin, Gonzalo. 82 00:06:07,284 --> 00:06:08,243 What? 83 00:06:09,452 --> 00:06:11,288 And they've denied it all these years. 84 00:06:13,290 --> 00:06:17,252 We’re changing tomorrow’s front page. We're going with this news. 85 00:06:19,170 --> 00:06:22,215 I want to see the former congressman’s face when he sees that photo. 86 00:06:30,599 --> 00:06:32,559 Escobar brings cocaine to Nicaragua 87 00:06:52,245 --> 00:06:53,288 Thank you. 88 00:07:03,673 --> 00:07:05,967 Good afternoon. How are you? 89 00:07:07,093 --> 00:07:08,427 We're going to Cali. 90 00:07:12,641 --> 00:07:16,394 El Espectador! Buy El Espectador! 91 00:07:17,145 --> 00:07:20,148 El Espectador! Buy El Espectador! 92 00:07:22,192 --> 00:07:24,819 El Espectador! Buy El Espectador! 93 00:07:28,239 --> 00:07:29,324 Thank you. 94 00:07:32,744 --> 00:07:35,288 - Let's go. You know where we're going. - Yes, Boss. 95 00:07:36,665 --> 00:07:39,709 El Espectador! Buy El Espectador! 96 00:07:47,676 --> 00:07:48,969 There you have it. 97 00:07:49,052 --> 00:07:52,597 How many times did we listen to him say at the Congress of Colombia 98 00:07:52,681 --> 00:07:54,808 that he was a businessman and a trader? 99 00:07:55,475 --> 00:07:56,559 How many? 100 00:07:57,811 --> 00:08:02,774 This photo demonstrates that Pablo Escobar is a cocaine trafficker, 101 00:08:03,525 --> 00:08:06,903 as Minister Lara said a million times, 102 00:08:06,987 --> 00:08:10,073 and for which reason he was assassinated. 103 00:08:48,653 --> 00:08:50,363 - What is it, Fabricio? - Pablo! 104 00:08:50,447 --> 00:08:52,615 Will you please explain this shit to me? 105 00:08:52,699 --> 00:08:54,617 What the hell is going on with those people? 106 00:08:55,910 --> 00:08:57,454 Why are you asking me? 107 00:08:57,537 --> 00:09:00,206 I’m an MR20 commander, I have nothing to do with them! 108 00:09:00,290 --> 00:09:02,375 Yes, you do! Who recommended them to me? 109 00:09:02,459 --> 00:09:06,755 Who said they were serious, decent, honest people, who are committed to the business? 110 00:09:06,921 --> 00:09:09,632 And look how they're paying me back. 111 00:09:09,716 --> 00:09:12,844 Pablo, calm down. I understand your reaction, 112 00:09:12,927 --> 00:09:15,013 but let’s try to analyze the situation. 113 00:09:15,096 --> 00:09:17,849 What interest would our comrades have in taking that picture? 114 00:09:17,932 --> 00:09:21,019 They took it, Fabricio; they took the picture and fucked me over! 115 00:09:21,102 --> 00:09:23,313 They fucked you over. They fucked everybody over! 116 00:09:23,396 --> 00:09:26,983 This is the key evidence that the United States needed to extradite me! 117 00:09:27,150 --> 00:09:29,444 Do you understand? And I want you to know this: 118 00:09:30,320 --> 00:09:34,365 If I get into serious trouble because of this, you’re going down with me! 119 00:09:36,326 --> 00:09:38,036 Why don’t you question your men? 120 00:09:39,079 --> 00:09:42,707 How dare you suggest I question my men? They have been working for me for years! 121 00:09:42,791 --> 00:09:44,375 You think I started this yesterday? 122 00:09:44,542 --> 00:09:47,587 Who was there that day? The same people as always! 123 00:09:47,754 --> 00:09:50,256 It was me, my cousin and partner, Gonzalo, 124 00:09:50,340 --> 00:09:52,967 your Sandinista friends, and the pilot! 125 00:09:53,134 --> 00:09:54,886 There you have it; it was the pilot! 126 00:09:56,930 --> 00:09:59,474 What do you mean the pilot? Why the pilot? 127 00:09:59,641 --> 00:10:00,642 Nobody else was there! 128 00:10:00,725 --> 00:10:03,770 Your cousin, the Sandinistas, who are trustworthy, and the pilot! 129 00:10:08,733 --> 00:10:09,901 Hey Pablo! 130 00:10:10,610 --> 00:10:13,363 - Welcome to your country, my friend. - Thank you. 131 00:10:13,446 --> 00:10:14,447 Thanks a lot. 132 00:10:25,834 --> 00:10:27,877 That fucking pilot. 133 00:10:32,966 --> 00:10:35,468 Do you have a satellite phone I can use? 134 00:10:35,552 --> 00:10:36,719 Guys, bring the phone! 135 00:10:37,720 --> 00:10:40,974 I must take advantage of you being here, because I need to talk to you. 136 00:10:41,683 --> 00:10:42,600 What about? 137 00:10:43,351 --> 00:10:46,980 The government is breaking our peace talks. 138 00:10:48,314 --> 00:10:51,276 You heard correctly. They're killing our commanders, 139 00:10:52,068 --> 00:10:55,321 and they say they're going to sign a peace process but continue to attack us. 140 00:10:58,575 --> 00:11:00,326 What do you want me to do? 141 00:11:00,410 --> 00:11:04,539 Do you want me to call the President and personally complain to him? 142 00:11:06,291 --> 00:11:10,670 We’re thinking about prosecuting the President of the Republic, 143 00:11:11,838 --> 00:11:15,049 bringing him before the Supreme Court, 144 00:11:15,133 --> 00:11:18,928 the one that evaluates the extradition treaty 145 00:11:19,971 --> 00:11:24,517 and decides which Colombian citizens stay, and which are sent to the United States. 146 00:11:25,393 --> 00:11:27,520 You're crazy, Fabricio. 147 00:11:27,604 --> 00:11:32,817 The only way you can prosecute President de la Cruz is by force. 148 00:11:32,984 --> 00:11:37,071 That’s exactly what we’re going to do. And we’re going to need your help. 149 00:11:43,912 --> 00:11:48,291 Mr. Galán, what do you think about the picture 150 00:11:48,374 --> 00:11:50,793 published a few days ago in El Espectador, 151 00:11:51,544 --> 00:11:54,047 showing Pablo Escobar and his cousin Gonzalo 152 00:11:54,130 --> 00:11:56,507 loading and unloading a plane with cocaine? 153 00:11:57,592 --> 00:11:59,677 This photograph proves that 154 00:12:00,595 --> 00:12:03,640 what the assassinated New Liberalism member, 155 00:12:03,722 --> 00:12:07,352 Rodrigo Lara Bonilla, kept saying about Pablo Escobar is true. 156 00:12:09,229 --> 00:12:12,523 Nobody doubts that he’s a drug trafficker. 157 00:12:13,900 --> 00:12:18,238 His partners are none other than Nicaragua’s Sandinistas. 158 00:12:19,822 --> 00:12:22,951 We hope that this proof will be enough 159 00:12:23,993 --> 00:12:28,747 for the United States to request that man’s extradition, 160 00:12:30,833 --> 00:12:34,963 as well as that of his partner Pedro Motoa, 161 00:12:35,046 --> 00:12:36,798 who is currently imprisoned in Spain. 162 00:12:38,383 --> 00:12:40,218 We hope he has a similar fate. 163 00:12:42,303 --> 00:12:46,224 OK. There is a million dollars in each briefcase for the operation. 164 00:12:57,360 --> 00:13:00,779 Commander, are you sure about delivering this money? 165 00:13:02,865 --> 00:13:04,158 We already accepted the job. 166 00:13:04,951 --> 00:13:10,331 Besides, they aren’t going to waste the chance to go in and burn certain files, 167 00:13:10,415 --> 00:13:13,668 and we'll also benefit from it, because we need money for the operation. 168 00:13:13,835 --> 00:13:17,796 You’re quite right, Commander, but what about your safety? 169 00:13:18,965 --> 00:13:20,591 Don't worry about that. 170 00:13:23,011 --> 00:13:25,513 OK, in that case I'll say nothing more. Let's go! 171 00:13:40,778 --> 00:13:42,280 OK, Commander. 172 00:13:42,363 --> 00:13:45,783 - Homeland or death! - Homeland or death, Commander! 173 00:13:47,201 --> 00:13:48,619 Let's go. 174 00:13:56,835 --> 00:13:57,795 Let's go. 175 00:14:31,287 --> 00:14:32,622 Workmen to the construction site. 176 00:14:33,498 --> 00:14:35,792 The engineer has been located. Over. 177 00:14:36,376 --> 00:14:40,129 Perfect. Back to work. 178 00:14:45,385 --> 00:14:47,595 What a way to lose your hair! 179 00:14:49,680 --> 00:14:51,182 - Hold this, Jaime. - OK. 180 00:14:59,482 --> 00:15:00,358 Hello. 181 00:15:02,151 --> 00:15:05,405 Excuse me for been late, but I had to take precautions. 182 00:15:05,488 --> 00:15:08,074 What precautions? You’re quite safe here. 183 00:15:09,784 --> 00:15:11,077 I’m sending my cousin. 184 00:15:12,870 --> 00:15:13,913 Check it out. 185 00:15:16,290 --> 00:15:18,501 - That's too much! - What? 186 00:15:18,584 --> 00:15:20,878 Are you planning to go into war with three guns? 187 00:15:20,962 --> 00:15:23,423 - No, of course not. - If you want, I can return them. 188 00:15:23,506 --> 00:15:26,592 That’s not what I’m talking about. I thought we were going to have 189 00:15:26,676 --> 00:15:28,511 a meeting point, a more strategic plan. 190 00:15:28,594 --> 00:15:31,514 This is the meeting point. Don't you like it? 191 00:15:31,597 --> 00:15:34,016 Besides, you’re not going to carry them in your pocket. 192 00:15:36,686 --> 00:15:39,021 The truck is a present from Pablo. 193 00:15:39,981 --> 00:15:40,898 Well, OK then... 194 00:15:42,400 --> 00:15:44,110 Can you do me a favor? 195 00:15:44,193 --> 00:15:45,945 Tell Pablo I'm very grateful. 196 00:15:46,988 --> 00:15:48,322 Gladly. 197 00:15:49,282 --> 00:15:53,286 One more thing, Mr. Guerrilla: you’ll be safe as long as you stay within Antioquia, 198 00:15:53,369 --> 00:15:56,706 because the authorities have already been informed about this job. 199 00:15:56,789 --> 00:15:58,583 Out of that area, it's your responsibility. 200 00:15:58,666 --> 00:16:00,835 So don’t mess up, because I don’t want to lose money. 201 00:16:00,918 --> 00:16:02,170 Got it. 202 00:16:02,336 --> 00:16:08,384 Pablo may approve your activities, but I don’t. Do you understand me? 203 00:16:08,551 --> 00:16:11,554 - Don't worry... - I'm not worried. 204 00:16:11,637 --> 00:16:12,513 Give me the keys. 205 00:16:14,640 --> 00:16:15,850 Jaime, turn that off. 206 00:16:43,419 --> 00:16:45,505 Attention! Breaking news! 207 00:16:45,963 --> 00:16:49,675 After several weeks of intelligence work carried out by the National Army, 208 00:16:49,842 --> 00:16:55,181 the MR20 commander, Fabricio Romero, and several guerrillas accompanying him, 209 00:16:55,264 --> 00:16:58,267 were killed this morning in Cali. 210 00:16:58,351 --> 00:17:03,105 This operation is considered as another sign of the decreed truce being broken 211 00:17:03,189 --> 00:17:07,652 by the government, as they continue to have peace talks with the guerrilla group. 212 00:17:10,195 --> 00:17:13,281 - Do you think we lost that money, Pablo? - I hope not, Gonzalo. 213 00:17:14,157 --> 00:17:20,373 I also hope that guy had already informed his people that I was helping them. 214 00:17:21,332 --> 00:17:25,502 I’ve done some calculations and they need a lot of money to finish that job. 215 00:17:26,212 --> 00:17:28,881 - Are we going to help them with money? - Not for shit! 216 00:17:29,840 --> 00:17:31,801 I won’t give them one more cent! 217 00:17:31,884 --> 00:17:33,970 If they want to siege the Palace of Justice, 218 00:17:34,053 --> 00:17:35,805 they'll do it with the money I gave them. 219 00:17:36,264 --> 00:17:37,932 You're a real guerrilla, Pablo. 220 00:17:38,015 --> 00:17:41,936 You like left-wing movements! Admit it, you're a guerilla! 221 00:17:42,019 --> 00:17:45,606 I can’t imagine what benefit we’re going to get from that attack. 222 00:17:45,773 --> 00:17:48,651 Of course we’re going to benefit from it, Gonzalo. 223 00:17:48,734 --> 00:17:51,654 And yes, I’m sympathetic towards the revolutionary cause. 224 00:17:52,154 --> 00:17:56,617 As I said, the siege of the Palace of Justice is essential for us. 225 00:17:56,701 --> 00:18:01,581 Just think: without the Supreme Court of Justice, no one will be able 226 00:18:01,664 --> 00:18:06,460 to check our current criminal records. 227 00:18:08,629 --> 00:18:09,463 Is that so? 228 00:18:13,175 --> 00:18:17,555 Let’s do it then. I always follow you in your foolish acts. 229 00:18:18,180 --> 00:18:19,056 We're cousins. 230 00:18:24,478 --> 00:18:26,689 We have to do something about this fucking gringo! 231 00:18:26,856 --> 00:18:27,940 Yes, we do. 232 00:18:29,400 --> 00:18:30,985 I already sentenced him to death, 233 00:18:32,653 --> 00:18:34,822 and yet he is still alive. 234 00:18:35,906 --> 00:18:39,827 Those in charge of intelligence activities told me he didn’t return to Colombia, 235 00:18:39,910 --> 00:18:42,788 and I don’t know what to do in that case. 236 00:18:43,623 --> 00:18:44,915 Should we go after him? 237 00:18:48,753 --> 00:18:49,629 Let's do it. 238 00:19:14,862 --> 00:19:15,696 You know what? 239 00:19:16,864 --> 00:19:21,786 Attorneys like you, who defend rats like this, are despicable! 240 00:19:30,169 --> 00:19:33,130 Protection from no one. Especially not from a person like you! 241 00:20:09,083 --> 00:20:09,917 Hello? 242 00:20:10,084 --> 00:20:11,836 Hello, good afternoon. 243 00:20:11,919 --> 00:20:15,548 Colonel, pay close attention to what I’m going to tell you. 244 00:20:15,631 --> 00:20:17,758 This information will be of great interest 245 00:20:17,842 --> 00:20:20,302 and is very important for the country. 246 00:20:20,386 --> 00:20:22,763 The guerrilla group MR20 247 00:20:22,847 --> 00:20:27,184 is planning a militarily siege of the Palace of Justice over the next few days. 248 00:20:27,351 --> 00:20:30,563 What are you saying? Repeat it! 249 00:20:30,646 --> 00:20:33,858 No sir! You understood perfectly what I just said! 250 00:20:33,941 --> 00:20:35,192 Just do what you have to do! 251 00:20:36,736 --> 00:20:38,529 Hello? 252 00:20:46,829 --> 00:20:49,457 Don’t worry, cousin. I know how to deal with these things. 253 00:21:28,370 --> 00:21:29,872 Listen up. 254 00:21:29,955 --> 00:21:35,127 The Palace has four floors and this is what we’re going to do: 255 00:21:35,211 --> 00:21:37,797 I’ll go in with a group through entrance number one, 256 00:21:37,880 --> 00:21:39,757 which is the main entrance. 257 00:21:39,840 --> 00:21:42,551 I’ll enter through this point, while the other group, 258 00:21:42,635 --> 00:21:44,762 the big one, will enter at entrance number two, 259 00:21:44,845 --> 00:21:46,347 which is the basement. 260 00:21:46,430 --> 00:21:47,932 When we all are there, 261 00:21:48,015 --> 00:21:50,518 and the situation is under control, 262 00:21:50,601 --> 00:21:54,939 I’ll give you the order, and we’ll take over the rest of the place. 263 00:21:55,022 --> 00:21:55,856 OK? 264 00:21:55,940 --> 00:21:58,442 - Yes, Commander! - OK! The situation is as follows... 265 00:21:59,151 --> 00:22:02,154 BOGOTA NOVEMBER 6TH, 1985 266 00:22:19,672 --> 00:22:23,384 - MR20! - United forever! 267 00:22:23,467 --> 00:22:27,179 - Homeland or death! - Homeland or death! 268 00:22:27,263 --> 00:22:29,265 Come on! Let’s go! Get moving! 269 00:23:06,594 --> 00:23:09,930 Quickly, let's go! 270 00:24:00,773 --> 00:24:02,733 Good day! How are you? 271 00:24:02,816 --> 00:24:04,735 - Where are you going? - To the cafeteria. 272 00:24:05,235 --> 00:24:08,072 - But it's not the right time. - We won't take long. 273 00:24:08,155 --> 00:24:10,407 We'll be in and out, really quickly. 274 00:24:10,574 --> 00:24:12,743 - Do you have a permit? - Yes, of course! 275 00:24:20,250 --> 00:24:23,461 Quickly! Come on! 276 00:24:25,547 --> 00:24:27,424 Let's go! 277 00:24:28,759 --> 00:24:31,220 Get in there! 278 00:24:36,767 --> 00:24:38,560 Arturo! Cover the stairs! 279 00:24:41,397 --> 00:24:45,359 Entry number one, clear. I repeat, entry number one clear. 280 00:24:56,662 --> 00:24:57,705 Don't move, young lady! 281 00:24:57,788 --> 00:25:00,749 Upstairs! 282 00:25:09,507 --> 00:25:11,176 Give me that. 283 00:25:25,107 --> 00:25:29,445 Everyone in position! 284 00:25:30,195 --> 00:25:32,656 Everybody in position! 285 00:25:34,158 --> 00:25:36,534 To the right! 286 00:25:36,618 --> 00:25:38,704 Everybody in position! 287 00:25:39,413 --> 00:25:41,457 You over there, move! 288 00:25:41,539 --> 00:25:42,958 What’s going on out there? 289 00:25:45,377 --> 00:25:47,463 Run downstairs! 290 00:25:47,545 --> 00:25:50,007 At what time was the Supreme Court of Justice attacked? 291 00:25:50,174 --> 00:25:51,967 Around 13:50pm. 292 00:25:52,051 --> 00:25:54,178 - Was there a lot of shooting? - Yes. 293 00:25:54,344 --> 00:25:56,930 - Were there a lot of them? - Just one truck. 294 00:25:58,766 --> 00:26:01,935 Everyone in position! 295 00:26:05,147 --> 00:26:08,400 Ladies and Gentlemen. I am Norberto! 296 00:26:08,484 --> 00:26:11,653 From MR20! 297 00:26:11,737 --> 00:26:16,909 We’re here to bring the President of the Republic to trial. 298 00:26:17,575 --> 00:26:20,120 Therefore from this moment on, 299 00:26:20,287 --> 00:26:23,165 you all are my hostages. 300 00:26:23,248 --> 00:26:25,459 I want to make something very clear! 301 00:26:25,542 --> 00:26:27,503 Those who try to play the hero, 302 00:26:27,585 --> 00:26:30,464 will end up being mourned by their families! 303 00:26:30,547 --> 00:26:33,383 Get them out of here! Move it! 304 00:26:34,635 --> 00:26:36,095 Get them out of here! 305 00:26:37,304 --> 00:26:41,391 Move! Get out of here! 306 00:26:42,726 --> 00:26:45,395 Get them out! Move! 307 00:26:46,480 --> 00:26:49,817 Bring me the magistrates! 308 00:26:51,318 --> 00:26:53,695 Bring me them! 309 00:26:53,779 --> 00:26:55,823 Move! 310 00:27:04,957 --> 00:27:06,041 Mr. Guillermo! 311 00:27:07,042 --> 00:27:09,253 You can’t imagine this chaos. 312 00:27:10,212 --> 00:27:13,631 Explosions and shootings are being heard all over! 313 00:27:14,967 --> 00:27:19,680 The Army is trying to recover the Palace, but the MR20 people are shooting back! 314 00:27:20,222 --> 00:27:22,891 A group of police officers tried to enter through the roof, 315 00:27:22,975 --> 00:27:25,727 but I think half of them broke their legs! 316 00:27:30,607 --> 00:27:32,818 Mr. Guillermo, the Army assault tanks are coming. 317 00:27:34,194 --> 00:27:38,824 I don’t know what they are going to do. This is a nightmare! 318 00:27:40,075 --> 00:27:42,870 I think this will be solved soon. We hope... 319 00:27:47,624 --> 00:27:50,627 Mr. President, all the ministers are here. 320 00:27:55,174 --> 00:27:59,469 Five minutes have passed since 321 00:27:59,553 --> 00:28:02,014 an Army tank entered into 322 00:28:02,097 --> 00:28:03,932 the Supreme Court of Justice. 323 00:28:04,016 --> 00:28:09,813 The Army and other State security organizations took over the building, 324 00:28:09,980 --> 00:28:15,986 while on the outside of the traditional and historical site 325 00:28:16,069 --> 00:28:18,780 known as the House of 20th of July, or Casa del Florero, 326 00:28:18,864 --> 00:28:23,035 the National Newscast crews are witnessing the action 327 00:28:23,118 --> 00:28:27,456 headed by the Armed forces of the Palace of Justice 328 00:28:27,539 --> 00:28:31,627 and commandos specialized in the anti-guerrilla fight. 329 00:28:31,709 --> 00:28:34,004 - Now, five minutes later... - Gentlemen, 330 00:28:34,087 --> 00:28:37,132 I feel I must remind you how difficult this situation is. 331 00:28:39,259 --> 00:28:42,721 We need a solution and soon. 332 00:28:42,804 --> 00:28:44,097 ...the Palace of Justice, 333 00:28:44,181 --> 00:28:49,478 where they spent more than two hours performing military missions, 334 00:28:49,561 --> 00:28:54,274 trying to evacuate the guerrillas who sieged the Palace of Justice. 335 00:28:55,859 --> 00:28:58,737 Those MR20 guys made such a mess. 336 00:29:00,030 --> 00:29:01,448 And it will get worse. 337 00:29:01,531 --> 00:29:03,408 There won't be a happy ending for anyone. 338 00:29:04,201 --> 00:29:06,995 All I want is those extradition papers burned. 339 00:29:07,079 --> 00:29:08,914 That’s all I’m interested in. 340 00:29:08,997 --> 00:29:14,544 The Army has the responsibility and the moral obligation to act conclusively. 341 00:29:14,628 --> 00:29:18,799 If the National Government has been allowed to fight against the MR20, 342 00:29:18,882 --> 00:29:23,136 unilaterally violating the treaties, ceasefires and truces, 343 00:29:23,220 --> 00:29:25,472 this is the perfect time to defend themselves. 344 00:29:25,639 --> 00:29:27,099 They have them all enclosed. 345 00:29:27,849 --> 00:29:29,559 Wait a moment. 346 00:29:29,643 --> 00:29:32,187 There are magistrates and civilians inside the Palace. 347 00:29:32,354 --> 00:29:33,981 They need men to negotiate with. 348 00:29:35,107 --> 00:29:35,941 Gonzalo, 349 00:29:36,024 --> 00:29:40,612 do you think the government will negotiate with them after this public humiliation? 350 00:29:40,696 --> 00:29:43,115 This is an unprecedented event in Colombian history. 351 00:29:43,198 --> 00:29:45,492 Besides, a negotiation won’t be convenient to us. 352 00:29:45,993 --> 00:29:51,832 What we need now is the Army to retake absolute control of the Palace of Justice. 353 00:29:52,582 --> 00:29:54,501 Let’s toast to that. 354 00:29:55,877 --> 00:29:58,880 Because a country at war and without a Supreme Court 355 00:29:59,840 --> 00:30:01,758 couldn’t care less about our extradition. 356 00:30:06,179 --> 00:30:08,765 What is this, Luis Carlos? 357 00:30:09,599 --> 00:30:12,144 Something has to be done before things get worse! 358 00:30:12,352 --> 00:30:15,605 Why are those war tanks entering the building? 359 00:30:17,983 --> 00:30:18,900 I don't know. 360 00:30:20,152 --> 00:30:22,237 I imagine the military want to... 361 00:30:23,196 --> 00:30:24,948 put pressure on them 362 00:30:26,033 --> 00:30:27,367 or demonstrate power. 363 00:30:28,285 --> 00:30:29,661 I don't know. 364 00:30:29,745 --> 00:30:34,124 What matters is that the President reaches a peaceful solution. 365 00:30:35,125 --> 00:30:36,168 I’m going to the Palace. 366 00:30:37,336 --> 00:30:38,795 What are you saying? 367 00:30:38,879 --> 00:30:40,881 - Sorry, but I have to go. - No! 368 00:30:42,841 --> 00:30:43,675 Be careful. 369 00:30:46,762 --> 00:30:49,222 Please cease fire immediately! 370 00:30:49,931 --> 00:30:54,186 Spread the news right away! 371 00:30:54,269 --> 00:30:56,646 This is urgent; it’s a life or death situation! 372 00:30:56,813 --> 00:30:58,940 We are surrounded by the MR20. 373 00:31:00,067 --> 00:31:01,109 On several floors. 374 00:31:01,735 --> 00:31:02,986 The fourth floor. 375 00:31:07,491 --> 00:31:10,535 Doctor Reyes, can you hear me? 376 00:31:10,619 --> 00:31:13,914 We have lost communication with Doctor Reyes Echandía, 377 00:31:13,997 --> 00:31:17,334 but his message to President de la Cruz is clear. 378 00:31:17,417 --> 00:31:19,461 The President of the Supreme Court of Justice 379 00:31:19,544 --> 00:31:22,589 is asking for an immediate cease fire. 380 00:31:23,382 --> 00:31:24,758 God help us! 381 00:31:24,925 --> 00:31:26,426 Mr. President. 382 00:31:26,510 --> 00:31:30,555 We must find a negotiated solution to all of this! 383 00:31:30,889 --> 00:31:34,393 I’m not going to submit myself to a political trial before the Supreme Court. 384 00:31:34,476 --> 00:31:36,353 I understand! I agree with you, 385 00:31:36,436 --> 00:31:40,107 but having a war tank parked at Bolivar Square is absurd! 386 00:31:40,190 --> 00:31:43,318 What is that tank going to do? Launch a rocket towards the Palace? 387 00:31:43,402 --> 00:31:46,113 Where is the Minister of Defense? Why isn't he answering me? 388 00:31:48,198 --> 00:31:49,366 He met with the Generals. 389 00:31:49,533 --> 00:31:52,828 Since when is a General more important than the President? 390 00:31:52,994 --> 00:31:54,746 Find him right away! 391 00:31:57,874 --> 00:32:00,168 What are they doing? 392 00:32:00,252 --> 00:32:02,838 Why are they driving a war tank into the Palace of Justice? 393 00:32:02,921 --> 00:32:04,047 Everyone will be killed! 394 00:32:06,716 --> 00:32:11,721 Mr. Guillermo, the Army is supposed to safeguard National institutions. 395 00:32:11,805 --> 00:32:15,392 What is the objective of sending a war tank inside the Palace of Justice? 396 00:32:16,768 --> 00:32:18,812 No one knows how many hostages have escaped. 397 00:32:19,980 --> 00:32:22,232 I don’t know if any magistrates were among them. 398 00:32:22,315 --> 00:32:24,151 Mr. Galán, a statement please. 399 00:32:24,234 --> 00:32:28,989 Sending a war tank into the Palace of Justice is a serious mistake. 400 00:32:29,906 --> 00:32:33,326 I'm calling for wisdom, caution and good sense, 401 00:32:34,202 --> 00:32:37,789 from both President de la Cruz's government, 402 00:32:37,873 --> 00:32:40,625 and the MR20 Commanders. 403 00:32:42,752 --> 00:32:44,171 Look who showed up! 404 00:32:45,672 --> 00:32:48,341 ...of employees, of the population. 405 00:32:50,051 --> 00:32:51,136 Please. 406 00:32:52,095 --> 00:32:55,098 He almost had me convinced. I’d even vote for that snitch. 407 00:32:56,766 --> 00:32:57,893 It’s a shame he’s a liberal. 408 00:33:03,106 --> 00:33:06,985 Smoke is starting to pour out of the basement of Supreme Court of Justice, 409 00:33:07,152 --> 00:33:11,907 which means the indoor fire has spread to most of the area. 410 00:33:14,951 --> 00:33:18,163 This emergency has been attended by the Army, 411 00:33:18,246 --> 00:33:21,541 the Police, DAI units, as well as by special National commandos, 412 00:33:21,708 --> 00:33:24,669 who work with this class of problems, throughout the country... 413 00:33:24,753 --> 00:33:26,129 Get down! 414 00:33:27,088 --> 00:33:31,635 The message you sent to the President was unsuccessful, Mr. Echandía! 415 00:33:31,718 --> 00:33:34,304 Nobody cares about your life! 416 00:33:34,387 --> 00:33:39,976 42 State Council magistrates and Supreme Court Justices are still inside. 417 00:33:40,143 --> 00:33:43,230 War tanks have been used by the Army in this operation... 418 00:33:43,396 --> 00:33:45,106 Let us leave, please! 419 00:33:45,982 --> 00:33:49,486 The Army and the Government are the ones who want to kill you, 420 00:33:49,569 --> 00:33:51,321 not the MR20! 421 00:33:51,404 --> 00:33:53,865 Cease fire, please! 422 00:33:54,032 --> 00:33:57,536 The President didn’t pay attention to you, let alone a soldier! 423 00:33:58,912 --> 00:34:03,041 Machine guns, pistols and rifles are just some of the guerrilla's weapons. 424 00:34:03,208 --> 00:34:06,962 Cross fire upfront, comrades! 425 00:34:15,262 --> 00:34:18,056 They have confronted the armed forces 426 00:34:18,223 --> 00:34:22,226 with rockets, bazookas, machine guns 427 00:34:22,310 --> 00:34:24,771 and other weapons that are yet to be identified. 428 00:34:24,853 --> 00:34:30,360 Inside the Palace of Justice, gunfire has intensified, and the explosion of bombs... 429 00:34:44,708 --> 00:34:45,792 Fellow countrymen, 430 00:34:47,585 --> 00:34:50,797 despite the recent events that this country has experienced, 431 00:34:50,880 --> 00:34:53,466 which can be classified as a tragedy, 432 00:34:54,801 --> 00:35:00,599 the Government will not allow the destabilization of the State powers. 433 00:35:03,351 --> 00:35:06,730 The President has the immense responsibility 434 00:35:06,813 --> 00:35:09,399 of defending the institutions, 435 00:35:11,026 --> 00:35:12,986 and for better or for worse, 436 00:35:14,404 --> 00:35:16,865 I was personally 437 00:35:16,948 --> 00:35:20,201 making the necessary decisions 438 00:35:20,285 --> 00:35:22,537 and giving the relevant orders. 439 00:35:24,122 --> 00:35:27,626 I had full control of the situation. 440 00:35:28,251 --> 00:35:33,256 Therefore, what was done in order to find a solution 441 00:35:33,340 --> 00:35:37,344 within the framework of the law, was my own decision, 442 00:35:38,470 --> 00:35:40,680 the President of the Republic. 443 00:35:41,640 --> 00:35:43,516 That’s typical of those guerrillas. 444 00:35:44,351 --> 00:35:47,187 They messed up the Palace of Justice, 445 00:35:47,270 --> 00:35:48,897 and it was full of people. 446 00:35:50,565 --> 00:35:53,610 You have to admit those guerrillas are valiant. 447 00:35:53,693 --> 00:35:54,903 They resisted like mad, 448 00:35:54,986 --> 00:35:57,989 and practically had the whole country on its knees for a full day. 449 00:35:58,698 --> 00:36:00,742 What matters here is that, 450 00:36:01,785 --> 00:36:03,828 thanks to those MR20 outlaws, 451 00:36:03,912 --> 00:36:07,332 not even a scrap of toilet paper remained; everything was burnt down. 452 00:36:07,499 --> 00:36:10,418 So I think we can keep calm, 453 00:36:10,502 --> 00:36:15,048 as it'll be difficult for the authorities to keep track of the claims against us. 454 00:36:16,216 --> 00:36:17,676 What do you mean at ease? 455 00:36:18,677 --> 00:36:20,303 What about my brother? 456 00:36:20,470 --> 00:36:22,180 - Yeah, Pablo. - Are we going to let him die? 457 00:36:23,223 --> 00:36:26,142 He’s having a hard time with the extradition to the United States. 458 00:36:26,226 --> 00:36:27,310 I know that, Julio. 459 00:36:27,394 --> 00:36:34,109 That was precisely why Gonzalo and I asked you and the others to come. 460 00:36:34,192 --> 00:36:37,654 We’ve already located the snitch who sold us out. 461 00:36:39,155 --> 00:36:43,993 Do you remember that gringo pilot who worked for you and never showed up again? 462 00:36:45,453 --> 00:36:46,705 Harry Bill. 463 00:36:46,788 --> 00:36:49,541 - That's the snitch. - That guy. 464 00:36:49,624 --> 00:36:51,501 That guy went back to the United States 465 00:36:51,584 --> 00:36:56,047 after having taken a picture of Gonzalo and me. 466 00:36:56,214 --> 00:37:00,593 So we thought that the objective is 467 00:37:00,677 --> 00:37:03,388 to locate him on American soil and kill him. 468 00:37:06,808 --> 00:37:08,685 Great joke, Pablo! 469 00:37:10,979 --> 00:37:13,690 - Why are you laughing? - What do you mean? 470 00:37:13,773 --> 00:37:17,068 How are you going to kill him if he's in Gringoland? 471 00:37:17,152 --> 00:37:19,070 - What's wrong with that? - Listen, Pablo! 472 00:37:20,113 --> 00:37:22,490 If we start killing all the gringos in their own countries, 473 00:37:22,574 --> 00:37:26,911 we'll all be extradited and get a life sentence. 474 00:37:26,995 --> 00:37:29,080 We can’t be extradited, Mariachi. 475 00:37:29,247 --> 00:37:32,876 The only way that could be possible is if that witness sold us out. 476 00:37:32,959 --> 00:37:34,753 That’s why we have to kill him. 477 00:37:34,836 --> 00:37:37,756 Gonzalo and I are willing to do it, 478 00:37:37,922 --> 00:37:40,550 and we hope you assume the same attitude and support us. 479 00:37:40,633 --> 00:37:42,927 - You can count on us, Pablo. - Mariachi? 480 00:37:43,845 --> 00:37:45,013 - I'm in. - Herbert? 481 00:37:45,180 --> 00:37:47,891 - Of course. - There's nothing left to say. 482 00:37:47,974 --> 00:37:51,644 - Let's toast. Who is going to do it? - I have it ready for you. 483 00:37:51,728 --> 00:37:52,562 Thank you! 484 00:38:12,290 --> 00:38:14,959 Excuse me for being rude. 485 00:38:33,061 --> 00:38:35,104 ...for six months maximum... 486 00:38:36,815 --> 00:38:37,649 That's it. 487 00:38:43,530 --> 00:38:44,697 If you don’t testify, 488 00:38:45,490 --> 00:38:47,450 I’ll accuse you of obstruction of justice. 489 00:38:48,076 --> 00:38:49,994 Along with the drug-trafficking charges, 490 00:38:50,078 --> 00:38:53,039 you won't be leaving jail for at least 25 years. 491 00:38:53,957 --> 00:38:54,916 Is that clear? 492 00:38:56,543 --> 00:39:00,004 That’s a risk I'll have to take. 493 00:39:06,219 --> 00:39:09,556 Either you put me in jail for 25 years, 494 00:39:10,348 --> 00:39:14,602 or you let me walk out after six months. 495 00:39:15,728 --> 00:39:16,896 You choose. 496 00:39:43,464 --> 00:39:46,551 - How are you? Good? - How are you, buddy? 497 00:39:49,929 --> 00:39:51,222 So, what is the job? 498 00:39:51,306 --> 00:39:55,935 This guy you have to kill is an idiot who never uses bodyguards. 499 00:39:56,019 --> 00:39:57,353 His name is... 500 00:39:59,188 --> 00:40:00,023 Harry Bill. 501 00:40:01,274 --> 00:40:02,901 $25,000. 502 00:40:02,984 --> 00:40:04,652 This job has to be done well. 503 00:40:06,988 --> 00:40:08,239 Count on it. 504 00:40:08,323 --> 00:40:12,327 Listen, you can't leave this guy alive. You hear? 505 00:40:12,410 --> 00:40:15,038 He's a snitch that deserves to die! 506 00:40:15,121 --> 00:40:15,997 - Got it? - Yes. 507 00:40:16,080 --> 00:40:18,833 Don’t leave him half-dead. You must be sure you killed him. 508 00:40:20,043 --> 00:40:20,877 Yes? 509 00:40:22,086 --> 00:40:23,254 Keep in contact. 510 00:40:23,338 --> 00:40:26,549 The less time you take doing that job, the better! 511 00:40:26,633 --> 00:40:28,760 I appreciate it! 512 00:40:41,064 --> 00:40:42,857 One moment. Yes, hello? 513 00:40:42,941 --> 00:40:45,526 One moment, kids! Wait! 514 00:40:45,610 --> 00:40:48,029 These crazy girls! 515 00:40:48,112 --> 00:40:49,989 Come on. Yes? 516 00:40:51,157 --> 00:40:52,158 Yes. 517 00:40:52,241 --> 00:40:56,621 Yes, they understood me and I think we’re going to be moved to another place. 518 00:40:56,704 --> 00:40:57,914 MADRID SPAIN 519 00:40:57,997 --> 00:41:01,626 While the Motoas remain in the country, we can’t stay here. 520 00:41:01,709 --> 00:41:04,253 Nancy, I’m glad to hear that, 521 00:41:04,337 --> 00:41:06,881 and you shouldn’t have anything to do with those people. 522 00:41:08,716 --> 00:41:12,345 Tell me, Mr. Guillermo: what happened at the Palace of Justice? 523 00:41:13,846 --> 00:41:16,933 They’re saying here that several court magistrates died. 524 00:41:17,517 --> 00:41:19,936 I knew many of them, they were Rodrigo’s friends. 525 00:41:20,603 --> 00:41:24,607 That hasn’t been revealed yet. It’s too soon, Nancy. 526 00:41:26,150 --> 00:41:29,487 I don’t understand what’s happening to our country. 527 00:41:29,654 --> 00:41:34,784 I can’t believe MR20 guerrillas took the Palace of Justice by force. 528 00:41:35,451 --> 00:41:38,705 How is it possible that Army tanks entered the building? 529 00:41:38,788 --> 00:41:39,706 It's unbelievable. 530 00:41:39,872 --> 00:41:43,793 We still haven’t taken it all in. 531 00:41:43,876 --> 00:41:46,004 I can imagine what they're thinking over there. 532 00:41:46,587 --> 00:41:50,133 This is crazy, Nancy. This country has gone mad. 533 00:41:53,845 --> 00:41:56,806 Eight days have passed since the siege of the Palace of Justice. 534 00:41:57,807 --> 00:42:02,103 What started in downtown Bogota on November 6th of 1985 535 00:42:02,812 --> 00:42:04,981 ended in tragedy the following day. 536 00:42:06,482 --> 00:42:10,319 Over 30 guerrilla commandos ruthlessly attacked the Palace of Justice, 537 00:42:11,237 --> 00:42:14,323 while the National Army, who were following presidential orders, 538 00:42:14,407 --> 00:42:16,200 proceeded to repel the attack. 539 00:42:17,535 --> 00:42:19,871 The results couldn’t have been worse. 540 00:42:19,954 --> 00:42:21,873 The number of casualties is still unknown, 541 00:42:21,956 --> 00:42:24,542 but it has been confirmed that 11 magistrates, 542 00:42:24,625 --> 00:42:27,211 including the President of the Supreme Court, 543 00:42:27,295 --> 00:42:30,089 Mr. Alfonso Reyes Echandía, have died. 544 00:42:30,757 --> 00:42:34,010 Although the siege was considered a tragedy by the National Government, 545 00:42:34,093 --> 00:42:39,015 it was also considered a victory of State institutions over MR20. 546 00:42:40,016 --> 00:42:42,393 The Palace was totally destroyed. 547 00:42:43,144 --> 00:42:47,398 The damages reduced the building to a pile of brick and concrete 548 00:42:47,482 --> 00:42:48,858 on the brink of collapse. 549 00:42:48,941 --> 00:42:52,904 To most Colombians, what happened during those 29 seemingly unending hours 550 00:42:52,987 --> 00:42:55,323 put an end to the desire for peace. 551 00:42:56,532 --> 00:43:00,661 Today, citizens feel the despair, pain and uncertainty 552 00:43:00,745 --> 00:43:03,206 of living in a country at war. 553 00:43:03,289 --> 00:43:06,584 The relatives of the 90 people who died at the Palace 554 00:43:06,667 --> 00:43:09,796 and those who still don’t know what happened to their loved ones, 555 00:43:09,879 --> 00:43:12,298 are experiencing the consequences of the violence 556 00:43:12,381 --> 00:43:13,591 that’s affecting us. 557 00:43:14,509 --> 00:43:18,096 All we are left with is the uncertainty of what’s going to happen. 558 00:43:18,179 --> 00:43:20,765 Not knowing if peace in Colombia is possible, 559 00:43:20,848 --> 00:43:24,519 even after such an inhuman and tragic episode, 560 00:43:25,103 --> 00:43:27,230 such as what happened at the Palace of Justice. 561 00:43:27,730 --> 00:43:29,398 This series is freely adapted from La Parábola de Pablo by Alonso Salazar. 562 00:43:29,482 --> 00:43:31,109 Based on news articles and real events, the historical facts are surrounded 563 00:43:31,192 --> 00:43:32,652 by fictional characters and dialogues that recreate non-documented situations.