The story follows George Jung (played by ), a small-town boy from Massachusetts who moves to California in the 1960s to escape a life of financial struggle. After a successful stint dealing marijuana, George is arrested and sent to prison, where he is introduced to the lucrative world of cocaine. Upon his release, he partners with the Medellín Cartel and its infamous leader, Pablo Escobar , eventually controlling a massive portion of the cocaine supply entering the United States. Blow (2001)
is a biographical crime drama that chronicles the rise and fall of George Jung , the man credited with establishing the American cocaine market in the 1970s. Directed by Ted Demme , the film is based on Bruce Porter's 1993 book and explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and the devastating personal cost of the drug trade. Film Overview Runtime : 124 minutes Genres : Biography, Crime, Drama Starring : Johnny Depp and Penélope Cruz Director : Ted Demme Synopsis Blow 2001 - 124 min Crime • Dramma