Film set in Medellín highlights growth in local tourism
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What happened
The film Paradise Lost, starring Benicio del Toro, is about a young surfer who encounters the uncle of his dream woman, who is the Colombian drug baron Pablo Escobar. Local companies in Medellín have begun offering city tours that showcase locations associated with Escobar's criminal activities, such as the Monaco Building and his former home.
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Why it matters
The film and the notoriety of Pablo Escobar are contributing to a significant growth in tourism in Medellín. The city has successfully leveraged this notoriety to promote local tours, demonstrating a shift in how the city engages with its past.
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Who's involved
- MedellínLocation where Pablo Escobar operated and where new tourist tours are being offered
- Pablo EscobarColombian drug lord whose life and crimes are the subject of the film and local tours
- Benicio del ToroPuerto Rican actor starring in the film about Pablo Escobar
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- ColombiaSpeculative
Colombia could see increased national revenue and economic stability from the growth in tourism.
- AviancaSpeculative
Avianca could see increased demand for air travel routes due to higher tourist volume.
- José María Córdova International AirportSpeculative
José María Córdova International Airport could see increased operational volume and revenue from tourist traffic.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Officials in Medellín are demolishing property tied to Pablo Escobar.1 source
Film adaptation of Pablo Escobar's life was made in Medellín, Colombia.1 source
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The entities involved
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Medellín
capital city of Antioquia, Colombia
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Pablo Escobar
Colombian drug lord (1949–1993)
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