Midaq Alley (1995)

The most awarded film in Mexican history.

• Drama

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.

Rating

7.3 / 10 (75 votes)

Release date

May 5, 1995

Runtime

2h 20m

Language

Spanish

Director

Jorge Fons

Status

Released