For many Spanish speakers, "El Vuelo" refers to this 2017 Mexican drama produced by Televisa.

Directed by Robert Zemeckis, this film is a deep psychological study of addiction disguised as an aviation thriller.

: The story follows Captain William "Whip" Whitaker, a veteran commercial pilot who miraculously lands a plane after a catastrophic mechanical failure, saving almost everyone on board. While initially hailed as a hero, a subsequent investigation reveals that Whip was under the influence of alcohol and cocaine during the flight. Central Themes :

: It follows Victoria , a young woman who was abandoned as a baby and finds her purpose through athletics. Her "vuelo" is her journey toward the Olympics, representing her rise from a difficult past to personal triumph.