State of Silence

State of Silence is a documentary that examines the peril facing journalists in Mexico. The film focuses on the risks associated with reporting on corruption and narco-politics, showing how the search for truth regarding decades of violence has led to the repression, silencing, and murder of many reporters. Through the experiences of four journalists who are both investigators and victims of this environment, the film highlights the ongoing threats to press freedom.

The film was directed and written by Santiago Maza and produced by Abril López Carrillo through the production company La Corriente del Golfo. The documentary features individuals appearing as themselves, including Jesús Medina, Marcos Vizcarra, María de Jesús Peters, Juan de Dios García Davish, Jan Albert Hootsen, and Daniela Pastrana. Released on June 10, 2024, the production has a runtime of 83 minutes.