Amores Perros (2000) Review: A Mexican Classic

Is Amores Perros worth watching?

Yes — Amores Perros remains one of the most celebrated films from Mexico, with a 92/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating and enduring audience appeal. On Celluloid it holds a 92/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating, 92% Audience Snapshot, 83 Metascore, 4.3 on Letterboxd, and 8 on IMDb — numbers that explain why it still surfaces on every “best of Mexico” list.

What is Amores Perros about?

Three interconnected Mexico City stories collide around a car crash linking a hitman, a model, and a street kid with a fighting dog. Directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, the film stars Emilio Echevarría, Gael García Bernal, Goya Toledo, and remains a reference point for Drama and Thriller filmmaking from Mexico.

Should you watch Amores Perros?

Yes, without hesitation — Amores Perros rewards viewers who want more than algorithm-friendly new releases. At 154 minutes, it more than earns its running time — and the critics’ consensus still resonates today: Iñárritu’s debut announced Mexico as a powerhouse of interwoven urban tragedy and raw vitality.

Where can I watch Amores Perros?

Streaming availability varies by region — check major platforms in your country or local cinemas for revival screenings. Amores Perros (2000) is widely indexed on IMDb (tt0245712) and remains one of the most searched classic titles from Mexico on CelluloidScore.com.