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Drug Cartels | Inside Miami’s Drug Wars with Hotel Cocaine | 4
Aug 7, 2024
In this engaging conversation, Chris Brancato, the creator behind Hotel Cocaine, along with stars Danny Pino and Mark Feuerstein, dive into the glamorous yet gritty landscape of Miami's drug wars during the late 1970s. They discuss the potent mix of nightlife and crime at the iconic Mutiny Club and how it reflects the chaos of the era. The trio also explores the rise of Colombian cartels and their influence on Miami's socio-political climate, while sharing personal anecdotes about the contrasting realities of life amidst such turmoil.
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- Hotel Cocaine explores Miami's drug wars through complex characters and family ties.
- Creator Chris Brancato emphasizes authenticity in portraying criminal activities.
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Miami's Disco Era: Mutiny Club Setting
The Mutiny Club at Miami's Mutiny Hotel was a popular hotspot in the late '70s and early '80s, known for its association with Miami's drug wars. The setting of the new series, Hotel Cocaine, explores this era through Cuban exiles who built the scene. Cuban manager Roman Compte's interactions with DEA agents unveils the club's ties to drug lords.
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