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Midaq Alley (1995)

"The most awarded film in Mexican history."

7.019952h 20mES
Drama

Directed by Jorge Fons

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

2h 20m

Language

ES

Release

May 5, 1995

Director

Jorge Fons

Official Trailer

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Overview

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 ...

Cast

Ernesto Gómez Cruz

Ernesto Gómez Cruz

Don Ru

María Rojo

María Rojo

Doña Cata

Salma Hayek Pinault

Salma Hayek Pinault

Alma

Bruno Bichir

Bruno Bichir

Abel

Delia Casanova

Delia Casanova

Eusebia

Margarita Sanz

Margarita Sanz

Susanita

Claudio Obregón

Claudio Obregón

Don Fidel

Juan Manuel Bernal

Juan Manuel Bernal

Chava

Abel Woolrich

Abel Woolrich

Zacarías

Luis Felipe Tovar

Luis Felipe Tovar

Güicho

Daniel Giménez Cacho

Daniel Giménez Cacho

José Luis

Gina Morett

Gina Morett

Doña Flor

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Midaq Alley (1995), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Midaq Alley. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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