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.

Cast

Ernesto Gómez Cruz, María Rojo, Salma Hayek Pinault, Bruno Bichir, Delia Casanova, Margarita Sanz, Claudio Obregón, Juan Manuel Bernal

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What is "Midaq Alley" about?

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.

When was "Midaq Alley" released?

Midaq Alley was released in 1995.

Who stars in "Midaq Alley"?

The cast includes Ernesto Gómez Cruz, María Rojo, Salma Hayek Pinault, Bruno Bichir.