| dc.description.abstract | This thesis analyzes the portrayal of necropolitics in Mexican cinema in relation to feminicides, utilizing the theoretical framework of Achille Mbembe's concept of necropolitics and Melisa Wright's application of this concept in the context of feminicide. This study is motivated by the question of how the disappearance of women in Mexico has been addressed in films directed by women. The content analysis methodology is applied to two films: "Prayers for the Stolen" directed by Tatiana Huezo and "Noise" directed by Natalia Beristain. The findings of this study emphasize the contribution of these films to shedding light on Mexico's widespread, invisible violence. They reveal the latent violent aspects of women's gender performance, as well as the enduring violence experienced during the grieving process and bearing with absences. By investigating these themes, these films compel us to investigate the unseen monsters that exist within society — the threats that affect not only those directly involved in disappearances, but the entire community. This thesis exposes the oppressive forces of necropolitics that perpetuate the living-death experienced by women in Mexico by analyzing the selected films. The research highlights the urgent need to confront and resolve the systemic violence and impunity that allow femicide to continue. In addition, it emphasizes the significance of amplifying the voices and narratives of those affected, as depicted in these films, in order to provoke societal reflection and action. | eng |