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El callejón de los milagros
1995 | B/N | 140:00
In a single working-class area of Mexico City, the Callejón de los Milagros, the stories of several characters intertwine, filled with ambitions, jealousy, and resentment—as well as hopes and dreams.

Country: México
Direction: Fons; Jorge
Script: Leñero; Vicente
Production: Ripstein; Alfredo
Participation year at FICM: 2025

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