: Infuriated by his public downfall, Escobar orders the assassination of Rodrigo Lara Bonilla, an act that historically escalated the war between the cartels and the Colombian state. Critical Review
In episode 12 of the Colombian series Pablo Escobar: The Drug Lord (Spanish title: Pablo Escobar, el patrón del mal ), the narrative shifts from Escobar's political ascent to the violent unraveling of his public image. The episode, titled "Escobar is elected as 'honorable' representative to the House," marks a critical turning point where his "Robin Hood" persona begins to crumble under official scrutiny.
“The series was so gripping that I watched six episodes a night continuously... I was especially impressed by the ability of the lead actor (Andrés Parra) to portray how it was that Escobar was both loved and feared.” IMDb Pablo Escobar, The Drug Lord S01E12
: Parra's portrayal of Escobar's transition from a calculating politician to a vengeful criminal is highlighted as a series high point. He manages to capture how Escobar was "both loved and feared to such an extent".
The episode focuses on the immediate aftermath of Escobar's election to Congress and the swift retaliation from the Colombian government: : Infuriated by his public downfall, Escobar orders
: Reviewers on IMDb note that the series excels by integrating real historical film clips into the narrative, providing a "gripping" and "convincing" portrayal of events.
The episode is widely praised by viewers for its historical grounding and the performance of lead actor Andrés Parra. “The series was so gripping that I watched
: The National Police successfully dismantle a massive cocaine laboratory hidden in the jungle, dealing a significant financial and symbolic blow to the Medellín Cartel.