# Pollo Loco (2023)

> A volatile young drug dealer turns romantic betrayal into a ruthless test of loyalty within his criminal crew.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1183825

## Facts

- Runtime: 26 min
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Director: Derek J. Bauder, Ben Escobar
- Cast: Derek J. Bauder, Giancarlo Beltran, Sheypan Draus, Emily Rose Hernandez, Jorge Rodriguez
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21826846/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: brutal
- Mood: tense, volatile, suspenseful, short film marathon, late night thriller viewing

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