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A Better Life

2011, Movie, 1h 38min

A gardener in East L.A. struggles to keep his son away from gangs and immigration agents while traveling across town to perform landscaping work for the city's wealthy landowners.

Country: United States

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Reviews

Critic Eve Barlow

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An interesting exploration of class struggle which recalls classics like Bicycle Thieves...

Read full review at Empire

Critic Cath Clarke

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...this sincere, quietly disarming drama about the shadow lives of America's illegal, undocumented workers.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Tasha Robinson

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...becomes increasingly powerful over time.

Read full review at The A.V. Club

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A Better Life is a powerful and moving film that follows the story of Carlos Galindo, a hardworking Mexican gardener living in Los Angeles, who is struggling to provide a better life for his teenage son, Luis. Despite facing numerous challenges, including gang violence, immigration issues, and financial struggles, Carlos is determined to give his son the opportunities he never had. The film takes the audience on an emotional journey as Carlos and Luis navigate the harsh realities of their lives and ultimately find a way to be together, despite the obstacles they face. With outstanding performances from Demián Bichir and José Julián, A Better Life is a poignant and thought-provoking film that will leave a lasting impression on viewers.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as A Better Life include Miss Meadows, Manchester by the Sea, 3096 Days, 99 Homes, Still Alice, Mud.

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A Better Life was released in theaters on June 24, 2011.

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A Better Life was released for streaming on October 18, 2011.