Los Bandoleros is a short film directed by Vin Diesel, who also stars in the movie alongside Michelle Rodriguez, Sung Kang, Tego Calderón, and Don Omar. The movie serves as a prequel to the fourth installment in the Fast & Furious franchise and provides a backstory for some of the characters that appear in the later movies.
The movie takes place in the Dominican Republic, where ex-convict and street racer Dominic Toretto has been living since he fled the United States. At the beginning of the movie, we see Dom living a quiet life in his hometown, spending time with his family, and helping out his old friend, Leo, on his farm.
However, Dom's peaceful existence is disrupted when Leo is arrested for running illegal oil shipments. Dom decides to help his friend and reunites with his old crew, including Letty (played by Michelle Rodriguez), Han (played by Sung Kang), and Rico (played by Tego Calderón). Together, they plan a heist that will not only free Leo but also steal the fuel from the corrupt businessman who has been exploiting the people of the Dominican Republic.
The movie also introduces the character of Gisele (played by Gal Gadot), who later becomes a major character in the Fast & Furious franchise. Gisele is the girlfriend of one of the corrupt businessmen and is initially unaware of his illegal activities. However, she soon becomes disillusioned with him and joins forces with Dom and his crew.
Overall, Los Bandoleros provides a compelling backstory for the characters and events that lead up to the oil truck heist in Fast & Furious. The movie has a lot of heart and emphasizes the importance of family and loyalty, two themes that are central to the entire Fast & Furious franchise.