Midaq Alley

1995 | 140 minutes | 7.0 ★ (56)

Midaq Alley
  • 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 prostitute. Finally, there is Susanita, the desperate spinster who pursues many love affairs in hopes of finding a husband.

  • Release Date

    05 May 1995

  • DirectingJorge Fons
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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