When an average American hears the name of Mexico, one can’t help but think about their relation to the drug trade. A stereotype that is a result of the products of Hollywood and a sleuth of television series. Breaking Bad and Narcos might be the big names that shared the story of the drug trade in Mexico. But that doesn’t mean that they are the only nations that have earned a reputation for this trade. Colombians are not far behind. And Sofia Vergara’s Griselda is a miniseries in the genre that gives us a glimpse into the life of a Colombian drug tycoon.
Griselda is a story of pain
The Netflix miniseries hits the mark, letting folks into the story of a woman who was able to build a drug empire, but lost everything that mattered the most to her. The Sofia Vergara starrer tells a side of her story that not many people are familiar with.
Based on the story of the titular character, Griselda Blanco, the series might span a mere 6 episodes. But that is enough to leave a mark on everyone. The series finale (spoiler alert) is a painful culmination of the story of a woman who has been through a lot. And credits are due to everyone who played a pivotal role in bringing it all on screen. Especially Sofia Vergara.
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Sofia Vergara was flawless as Griselda Blanco
The Modern Family star played the role of Griselda to perfection. Her stupendous performance was made possible by her determination to the character. And her determination stems from how much she can feel the deceased drug tycoon’s story.
The similarities between Vergara and Blanco don’t stop with their Colombian nationality. The two have one aspect in common that has tormented them for long – losing their loved ones to the Narco trade.
Sofia Vergara has been through the pain as well
For Sofia Vergara, starring in Griselda felt personal. In a conversation with Variety, she explained why even she knows the pain in the drug trade. She said,
“I had to tap into a lot of stuff from my life for those final episodes. I grew up in Colombia during that era. My brother was unfortunately part of that business, and was killed in the ‘90s. I know what narco traffic does to your family, what it does to even the person who is part of that business. I understand it, I felt it.” (Variety)
It was this shared pain that allowed her to do justice to the memory of Griselda Blanco. After all, who could associate with her pain better?
