Mara 18 and Mara Salvatrucha, two rival gangs, originated in Los Angeles and now terrorize El Salvador with violence and crime.
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Mara 18 and Mara Salvatrucha, two rival gangs, originated in Los Angeles and now terrorize El Salvador with violence and crime.
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Los Angeles hosts rival gangs Mara 18 and Mara Salvatrucha. Both gangs spread violence to El Salvador. The documentary follows their origins and rise in organized crime. It features interviews with gang members and insight into their defining symbols, such as tattoos. Locations include neighborhoods in Los Angeles and the streets of El Salvador. The film runs for 90 minutes and was released in 2008.
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Why Watch
- Meet members of Mara 18 and Mara Salvatrucha.
- Find out about gang culture in El Salvador.
- See the impact of organized crime on communities.
Did You Know
- Mara 18 and Mara Salvatrucha originated in Los Angeles.
- The documentary runs for 90 minutes.
- El Salvador is significantly affected by the activities of these gangs.
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What are the names of the rival gangs featured in the documentary?
The rival gangs are Mara 18 and Mara Salvatrucha.
Where did Mara 18 and Mara Salvatrucha originate?
They originated in Los Angeles.
What country do these gangs terrorize?
They terrorize El Salvador.
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