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Midaq Alley

Where:

Ciudad de México

The most awarded film in Mexican history. — Heated tempers, frustrated desires and dashed hopes plague a diverse group of individuals whose lives cross paths in Mexico City. There is the bar-owner's son, Chava, who yearns to emigrate to America. A poor barber, Abel, is madly in love with the gorgeous Alma, who eventually becomes a high-class prostitute. Finally, there is Susanita, the desperate spinster who pursues many love affairs in hopes of finding a husband.

Released in 1995 — 140 minutes

Genre:

Drama

Language:

Spanish