Netflix's 'Gordon': Unmasking Argentina's Darkest Past

Netflix is set to release 'Gordon' on November 18, a seven-part psychological thriller directed by Pablo Trapero, starring Rodrigo de la Serna. The series focuses on Aníbal Gordon, an infamous torturer and psychopath, and examines Argentina's "Dirty War" from 1974 to 1983.

Trapero, returning to his native Argentina after eight years, also co-writes the series, highlighting his deep artistic investment. The show revisits a similar period and tone to his 2016 hit, 'The Clan,' exploring themes of violence and power.

Set between 1970 and 1976, 'Gordon' portrays its protagonist with a gentlemanly charm that masks his true psychopathic nature. The series investigates how Gordon, a former car thief, ascended to power within the violent political landscape of 1970s Argentina.

Rodrigo de la Serna described Gordon as a mercenary driven by money and psychopathology, thriving in a context where such individuals could reach positions of power. Trapero suggests the series explores how violence became commodified during this era, losing its gravity and consequences.

The series employs varied genres across its episodes, from Western to spy thriller to horror, to keep viewers engaged. Trapero aimed to make audiences connect with a villainous character and explore a dark, often taboo period of Argentine history to ensure it is not forgotten.