The Ballad of Esequiel Hernández

The Ballad of Esequiel Hernandez is a powerful documentary that examines the tragic death of a young American citizen, Esequiel Hernandez Jr., who was killed by U.S. Marines while tending to his family's goats on the Texas-Mexico border. Through interviews with Hernandez's family and friends, members of the Marine battalion, FBI agents, and government officials, the film sheds light on the events leading up to his death and the complex issues surrounding it, including the War on Drugs, U.S.-Mexico relations, and the use of military forces for domestic patrols. Narrated by Tommy Lee Jones, this thought-provoking documentary offers a nuanced exploration of a difficult and disturbing incident, raising important questions about the role of military power in American society.

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The Ballad of Esequiel Hernández was released in theaters on April 27, 2007.