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INSPIRED BY TRUE STORIES

TEN YEARS EARLIER

Okay, I think we're ready to present this project to the governor.

You know better than anyone

that the future of this company depends on us closing this deal.

I need you there.

Thank you very much, sir.

And as soon as we close this deal, I'll get you those shares at the club.

-I don't even know how to play. -That's fine. You'll learn.

No, I'm too old for that.

It's never too late for golf.

Some people start at your age and end up winning tournaments.

It'll even help with your business, you'll see.

Get me a fresh one, will you?

Pilar doesn't know how to use the coffeemaker.

Of course, sir. My pleasure.

I'll bring it to your office.

You can't walk around looking sloppy.

People treat you the way they see you.

We're not going to the Oscars.

Why are you wearing a tie?

What did I tell you?

People treat you the way they see you.

Let's go.

Very good.

-Hello, Yvette. -Hello, good evening.

Hi, Dad!

-My girl! How are you? -Good.

-Sir. How are you? -Raulito.

-Welcome. -Thank you.

-Come in. -Thank you.

Thank you.

THE TRIAL

Ever since I founded the company,

every year has seen more revenue than the previous one.

MEXICO CITY 2014

I was telling Raúl that this is a big project, Enrique.

Very big.

If you look at the folder,

you'll see that in the last few years, we've built shopping malls, bridges…

Right now, we're building several residential properties.

Enrique, I know Rivera doesn't want to make this deal with me

because you're looking for a company that's worked with the government before.

I get that.

But I know all those companies, and not one of them

works better and faster than my company.

I don't know, Raúl.

-It sounds like an unnecessary risk. -What do you mean?

Name one construction company nationwide that's growing as much as mine.

I don't know.

Maybe if you advertised your houses on our channel…

I won't use your channel for publicity, and I'll tell you why.

You'll recommend me to your friends in government

and those docks will cost a lot less than what other companies would charge.

Before cutting the ribbon, we'll sign off on three more projects.

Once I get those projects, plus 100 more after that,

I won't buy any TV spots from you because you'll be my partner.

And we'll be the largest construction company in Mexico.

Enrique, we should consider other options too.

What wine would you like to drink, Raúl?

We did the math wrong.

Each car should be making twice as much.

Did you see the Excel file I sent you?

They published Verónica's article.

What's wrong?

Didn't it turn out well?

The collapse of the Huerta family. By Verónica Herrera

Miguel.

We have to check the numbers.

I'll be back later.

Who's this Isabel you quote so much in the article?

She's a badass.

The best lawyer I know.

She works on cases like yours.

I like everything she says.

What's up?

Did you read it?

I think I'm the only person who's read it.

I don't see anyone talking about it on Twitter.

-Other media aren't mentioning it either. -It just got published.

But it's not enough.

And I think…

I think there's a way to get the case on TV.

-I mean… If you agree. -Go on.

César told us Huerta is closing a deal with a TV executive.

Agustín Olvera, I think.

-Rivera. -Yes, that guy. Let's talk to him.

You think you can go to Huerta's partner and ask him to show Andrea's case on TV?

César said Huerta and Olvera don't get along.

-Rivera. -Whatever.

I'll give him the article so he can decide.

That's it.

You're out of your mind.

Just get me his office number and you'll see.

Get it for me.

But I hate golf, Dad.

Don't be dramatic. It's only two days.

It'll help you clear your mind. You'll see.

Who else is participating in the tournament?

Most teams are made up of fathers and their sons.

Who are you worried about? Gerardo?

Yeah. He and his dad are very good.

The person who won three tournaments in a row is your father, not Gerardo's.

Last time we played, I mopped the floor with him.

Yes, Dad, but Gerardo plays every weekend.

Well, you're going to beat him.

I started playing when I was 30 and I've won tournaments.

You're 18, so you can do it too.

I've seen you hit the ball. You've got what it takes.

I would've loved to have your swing when I started.

But, hey…

Golf is played here.

Here!

Sergio should tell us…

TEN YEARS EARLIER

…about the duff he hit on hole 6.

It was so embarrassing.

That's enough. Stop mocking him.

He's actually good…

at pushing the cart.

Okay, that's enough.

Stop. Stop.

How about you, Raúl?

Is golf growing on you now?

Yes, yes…

Well, more or less.

Really? Are you beating balls already?

Excuse me?

Beating balls.

I don't think so.

-You don't think so. -I don't.

Hey, what do you think?

Do you think Tiger will break Nicklaus' record?

I don't know, Tiger…

I have a good feeling about him.

Stop that, Jorge.

Anyway. Karlita, are you coming to the beach with us for Easter?

Yes, Dad, just let me check my vacation days.

I'll ask Sarita to book everything for us. We'll all go.

You'll stay the whole week.

What's with you?

Why are you here alone?

They won't let me play.

You know how they are.

Well,

don't be so dramatic tonight.

You're handsome.

You're smart.

That's true.

And why are you here?

Because I missed you.

-Hello, boss. -Hello.

-Good morning. -Ready?

Yes. This is my son.

-Are you guys ready to win? -Of course.

Come on, let's practice. I want you to warm up first.

What's up?

-What's up? -Want a beer?

It's 9:00 a.m., dude.

Right, as if that would ruin your score. You're terrible.

Hey, dude, are you and your dad wearing matching thongs or what?

You know how my old man is. He thinks we're playing the U.S. Open.

Gerardo!

Coming!

Dude, I think we're starting together.

See you in a bit.

Guess whose car this is.

Look, I painted it a while ago.

No way!

Don't worry. I'll go get a sealant.

Okay.

-Is Miguel here? -No.

He went out.

-What brings you here, Rubén? -You never answer my calls.

I had to come and see what you're doing with my money.

Come inside the office and we'll talk.

Aren't you guys too old to play with toys?

They're Miguel's. It's his hobby.

Is speaking on the radio against the Huertas another hobby of his?

That has to do with his daughter.

My brother's daughter, my niece.

But we're both 100% devoted to this--

You haven't even paid the interest.

We'll pay it all at once. It's better that way.

I decide what's better, Joaquín.

Boss, can you come? There's a problem with Memo.

FAGGOT

Tell Miguel I want to talk to him today. Not tomorrow. Today.

That's right, miss. Pablo Cortés.

I work for the government of Puebla in the social communications department.

The governor is very interested in buying TV commercial slots,

and he asked me to meet with Mr. Rivera tomorrow.

No, the governor won't be able to go. He has a meeting in Atlixco.

I'm traveling alone to Mexico City.

I'll see him there. Tomorrow at 2:00.

Thank you very much.

Goodbye. Thank you.

Why are you so happy?

I'm going to get your story on TV.

This guy's meeting me tomorrow in Mexico City.

We'll never get another opportunity like this one.

It's the best way to give visibility to Verónica's article.

Huerta will go crazy.

I don't fucking care.

What we need is to get a lawyer to reopen the case.

No, Andrea. No.

It's my case.

Sweetie, if we lived in another country, I'd say, "Okay, let's do it."

-"Let's press charges." But here… -Here is where we live.

No, sweetie. I won't put you through that again.

Andrea…

Andrea, promise me…

Swear to me that you won't get a lawyer.

Thank you, sweetie.

-One beer, please. -No, no.

You can drink with your buddies. We're here to win.

Why so down on the scoreboard, Raúl? Are you injured or what?

Dude, don't listen to him. You're doing fine.

It's a two-day tournament.

We're working on taking it down

Son of prominent developer implicated in abuse case, father's company at risk

-Hello? -Did you see the link I sent you?

Give me the data. How must I say this? How many people have seen it?

Very few and it hasn't been shared by other media.

Do we know who this Verónica Herrera is?

A journalist. She has very few followers.

Okay.

The good news is no other media have reported on it. Keep monitoring it.

Of course, sir.

Everything okay, Dad?

My last hole was good, right?

No, it wasn't good at all. You played terribly, Carlos.

Hello?

TEN YEARS EARLIER

Raúl, how are you?

Everything's fine. I'm on my way to the meeting now.

Yes. Listen, there's been a change of plans.

Don't come to the presentation.

I'd rather have my son, Jorge, with me.

Jorge wasn't involved in the proposal's creation.

The governor wants to meet him.

You know. After all, it's a family business, Raúl.

Raúl?

I understand, sir. Don't worry.

Really?

Really.

Thank you.

None of this would have been possible without you. Seriously.

Thank you.

I mean, it's good that my dad wants to be on TV.

I'm not dying to have my name and face shown on TV, but okay.

Are you sure?

Why does everyone ask me that? Yes, I'm sure.

But I want to go ahead with the charges.

Introduce me to Isabel.

She has thousands of clients. Thousands!

I was barely able to get ahold of her for the interview.

Give me her number. I'll call her.

I'll talk to her and ask her to recommend a lawyer.

Someone who can help you with the complaint.

But I want her.

Isabel isn't the only lawyer in Puebla.

But she's the best.

Yes, she's a badass.

But I'm sure there are other very good lawyers.

I'll help you find someone. I promise.

But please, don't be stubborn like your dad.

Okay.

Okay.

Will it come off?

Don't worry.

They won't leave me alone, Dad.

You really have no idea how it's been at school

since I posted the video of Carlos hitting my uncle.

Go home.

How many views does the article have on Twitter?

The numbers are still very low, sir.

And my name?

Almost nothing.

And my son's?

Same. I don't think there's any risk of it going viral.

If it continues like this tomorrow, problem averted.

That's right, sir.

Thank you.

Let me know if anything changes.

Of course. We'll keep monitoring it.

Thank you.

TEN YEARS EARLIER

How did it go, Mr. Alfredo?

Good. Very good.

We start in October.

Did your son finally learn the presentation?

Yes. Well, more or less. You know. But the governor was very pleased.

I promise I'll take you next time.

I won't be here next time, sir.

I'm starting my own company next week. We'll be competitors.

The bank just granted me a loan.

Just because I didn't take you to a meeting?

I don't want to be your employee.

Not yours or anyone else's.

You won't last one month without me.

Actually, I think that in two years' time,

I'll buy this company, sir.

-No. You work for me. -That's over.

All right.

Go on. No one is indispensable here.

We'll see about that.

I want to apologize, son.

I want to apologize for how I spoke to you yesterday at the end of the game.

Thanks, Dad.

And don't worry.

We'll win today. You'll see.

-What are you doing? -Me?

-What were you looking at? -Nothing.

I have to go see the guy from the TV station.

I'll try to convince him to air the article.

Good luck.

Thanks for listening regarding the lawyer. It's really not a good idea.

I'm off. I have to be in Mexico City at 2:00.

-Love you. -Love you more.

ISABEL JUÁREZ LAWLESS - 10 CASES OF ABUSE AND IMPUNITY

I can't talk right now, Joaquín.

Miguel Portillo?

-Who is this? -Emmanuel Gutiérrez.

I'm the manager of the Manhattan Club.

I'm calling to let you know your brother has a debt with us.

You need to pay us as soon as possible.

What kind of debt?

He owes money to two girls here. They're very upset.

Come get him now, or we'll take care of him. It's up to you.

He asked us to only call you.

What do you mean he asked you? Can't he talk or what?

Not very well, sir, no.

Are you still there?

Sir?

Sorry.

Tell him I can't.

Call someone else.

We will be joined by author ISABEL JUÁREZ

MEXICO CITY

I'm Pablo Cortés. I'm here to see Mr. Agustín Rivera.

Okay. This way, please.

Thank you.

Mr. Rivera, nice to meet you. How are you?

I've been waiting for ten minutes, Pablo.

Yes, sorry. I won't take up much of your time.

My secretary said you work for the government of Puebla.

I have to apologize.

I'm Miguel Portillo and I don't work for the government of Puebla.

I'm sorry for lying, but I had to see you.

A few months ago, my daughter was sexually assaulted in Puebla.

There's no one to spread the news.

I'm sorry. I'm not the right person to help you.

-Excuse me. -No! Listen to me, Mr. Rivera!

The case was published in a magazine. Why don't you read it yourself and decide?

Mr. Rivera, please! I'm begging you!

My daughter was assaulted by Raúl Huerta's son.

-And the bill? -It's been paid.

By whom?

We're doing great. Take a look.

If we keep this up, we'll win.

They look nervous.

The article accuses Carlos Huerta of raping a young woman in Puebla.

Carlos is the son of Raúl Huerta,

the owner of Polaris Group, the state's largest construction company.

The source mentioned in the article claims he received orders from the businessman

to spy on and harass the young woman.

Stay there.

Why is my name on your newscast?

I don't interfere with the news stories. What can I say?

You and I are partners, Agustín!

I don't know. I'm not too sure about that.

Enrique wants to go in a different direction.

What do you mean by that?

Miguel Portillo came to see me.

I think you know him.

I'm sorry, but I had to tell Enrique.

He doesn't think now's a good time to do business with you.

I'm sorry.

He's my dad, and he gave you a job.

TEN YEARS EARLIER

Yes. That's true.

Is that all you're going to say?

He'll never forgive you.

-So? -They're my family.

I'm your family!

In a few years, you'll remember today.

And you'll thank me.

What are you talking about?

I'm going to pick up Carlos.

Come on. Only two holes left.

How can I concentrate after what I saw?

Forget about that.

No one saw anything. We might still win.

My lawyer will refute the allegations. Don't worry.

Focus, Carlos.

Cool head. Come on.

Come on. Take it easy.

You can still do it.

We can still make par. Relax.

Stay calm.

-Isabel! -Yes?

I'm Andrea Portillo.

Sorry for showing up like this, but I read Verónica's article

and everything you said there makes a lot of sense.

Thank you.

I want to press charges again.

That's good.

I think that's a great decision.

But I want you to represent me.

I'm honored, but I don't have time to take on a new case.

I can refer you to another lawyer.

I don't want another lawyer. I want you.

Andrea, don't take this the wrong way, but…

I represent women who have nothing and no one.

Women without a father to support them,

or a journalist like Verónica to talk about them.

I'm really sorry.

Good luck.

Do you know where Carlos is right now? Playing golf with his daddy.

I won't do it pro bono.

What's that?

I would have to charge your dad.

Does that mean you'll represent me?

Verónica's article just got published.

If we want to hit the Huertas, it has to be now, with all we've got.

Are you sure?

Yes.

-Yeah! -That's it!

I told you! Great!

Will you shut up? Can't you see I'm swinging?

Take it easy, Carlitos. This is a gentlemen's game.

Then shut up, asshole!

You'd better help your dad. At least get one ball in.

-What's wrong, Carlos? -He's distracting me.

Just focus. Go on.

What are you doing?

-Dude, what the hell? Calm down! -Carlos!

Carlos, come back here.

Carlos, come back here!

That's why he got upset.

Everyone saw the news.

Yeah. I mean, I don't know.

You have to sign here.

And on these two other pages.

I have to ask you something.

Have you done a pregnancy test?

And?

Negative.

Very good.

Good.

Hi. Hello.

Miguel, nice to meet you.

I'm Isabel Juárez.

-How are you? -Andrea's lawyer.

Her lawyer?

I represent your daughter starting today.

Andrea says you managed to get the news on TV.

-Yes. -Very good.

Great.

That'll put pressure on the authorities.

That's just what we need to take our first step.

What step?

We're giving the Huertas a little surprise tomorrow.

So they know we're serious.

Well… I have to go.

We'll talk about my professional fees later.

-Get some rest. -Thank you.

Excuse me.

-I'll walk you out. -Thank you.

Professional fees?

Andrea, who said I can pay for that?

I don't care. She'll be my lawyer.

We said you wouldn't do this.

I changed my mind.

I know why you don't want me to press charges.

I get it and I appreciate it, but this is what I want.

What's your lawyer going to do to the Huertas tomorrow?

What was she talking about?

I've never been in the snow.

Would you like to go skiing?

Okay.

Or maybe you could take golf lessons with me.

What's wrong, Dad?

Nothing.

I'm happy.

We're going to do great. You'll see.