Midaq Alley
1995
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.
Director:
Jorge Fons
Writers:
Vicente Leñero, Naguib Mahfouz
Awards:
27 wins & 13 nominations
Production:
Jorge Fons
Country:
Mexico
