La zona ("The Zone") is a 2007 Mexican-Spanish co-production film by director Rodrigo Plá. The film describes a failed break-in attempt in a gated community and the consequences for the thieves and the residents. La zona was given the Venice Film Festival's award for best debut feature in 2007.

Plot

Three disadvantaged teenage boys break into a gated community to steal but come up against the residents and their private security.

Main cast

Social and political aspects

La zona shows the divide in the Mexican society, and how the class system plays an important part in the success and happiness of these characters. The film raises questions about social and political aspects in Mexico.

Awards