Al otro lado (2005 film) explained

Director:Natalia Almada
Country:Mexico
United States
Language:English
Producer:Natalia Almada
Editor:Natalia Almada
Cinematography:Chuy Chavez
Runtime:90 minutes

Al otro lado is a 2005 documentary film about illegal immigration and drug trafficking between Mexico and the United States, addressing issues facing people north and south of the border, though the film mostly focuses on Magdiel, a 23-year-old fisherman and aspiring composer who dreams of a better life in the United States.[1]

Al otro lado was produced and directed by Natalia Almada and was aired as part of PBS's POV series in 2006. It was met with critical acclaim and received a 78% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.[2] It also received the Special Jury Prize and the Best Editing Award at the Cine CearĂ¡ Film Festival and was nominated for the Gotham Award for Best Film Not Playing in a Theater Near You.

References

  1. https://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2006/alotrolado/about.html PBS Synopsis
  2. Web site: Al otro lado . .

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