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City of Dreams

A Mexican teenager whose dreams of becoming a soccer star are disrupted when his mother dies. He's smuggled across the border with the promise of a better life but is instead sold to a sweatshop in downtown LA.

Release Date : 2024-08-29

Language :EnglishSpanish

Adult : false

Status : Released

Production Company : P2 FilmsOriginal Entertainment

Production Country : MexicoUnited States of America

Alternative Titles : BondedDreamerCity of Dreams

Cast

Character Name : Jesús

Original Name : Ari Lopez

Gender : Male

Character Name : Elena

Original Name : Renata Vaca

Gender : Female

Character Name : Cesar

Original Name : Andrés Delgado

Gender : Male

Character Name : Carlitos

Original Name : Diego Calva

Gender : Male

Character Name : Marcela

Original Name : Tatiana del Real

Gender : Female

Character Name : Nadia

Original Name : Karla Rodríguez Coronado

Gender : Male

Character Name : José

Original Name : Jorge Antonio Guerrero

Gender : Male

Character Name : Aram

Original Name : Hrach Titizian

Gender : Male

Character Name : Stevens

Original Name : Jason Patric

Gender : Male

Character Name : Maria

Original Name : Paulina Gaitán

Gender : Female

Character Name : Nazarian

Original Name : Samm Levine

Gender : Male

Character Name : El Jefe

Original Name : Alfredo Castro

Gender : Male

Character Name : Rodrigo

Original Name : Francisco Denis

Gender : Male

Character Name : Prostitute

Original Name : Adriana Paz

Gender : Female

Character Name : Juan

Original Name : Yael Tadeo

Gender : Male

Character Name : Rusanovschi

Original Name : Adina Eady

Gender : Male

Character Name : Woman in black

Original Name : Daria Amona Fe

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shaman

Original Name : Miguel Ángel Hernández

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shaman

Original Name : Antonio Monroy

Gender : Male

Character Name : Rusanovschi's Mother

Original Name : Angela Galupa

Gender : Male

Character Name : Rico

Original Name : Jorge Ávila

Gender : Male

Character Name : Manuel

Original Name : Ángel Gabriel

Gender : Male

Character Name : Gustavo

Original Name : Rogelio Frausto

Gender : Male

Character Name : Carlos

Original Name : Rodrigo Sánchez

Gender : Male

Character Name : Humberto

Original Name : Henry Tomas

Gender : Male

Character Name : Mo

Original Name : Mohit Ramchandani

Gender : Male

Character Name : Lisa

Original Name : Bailey Kai

Gender : Female

Character Name : Asian Salesman

Original Name : Andrew Truong

Gender : Male

Character Name : Running Employee

Original Name : Spencer Christian

Gender : Male

Character Name : Officer Skip

Original Name : Bryan Patrick McCulley

Gender : Male

Reviews

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@tmdb51616167

2024-09-03

#MovieReview #CityOfDreams #CityOfDreamsFilm #CityOfDreamsMovie Let me begin by sharing that my review of the movie "City of Dreams" might contain spoilers, not because I want to ruin the experience for you, but because this film impacted me so deeply that I was physically affected while watching it. Tears streamed down my face, and I felt nauseous throughout the entire movie. The storyline follows Jesus, a 15-year-old boy who is sold into modern slavery to work in a factory in the United States, where he is subjected to trafficking, labor exploitation, and sexual abuse. Witnessing his journey of being beaten, slashed, and punched without speaking a word throughout the film is heart-wrenching. The actor, Ari Lopez, portrays this role with such intensity and skill that it is truly commendable. This film gripped me so tightly that I found myself wanting to reach out and protect Jesus from the horrors he endured. Despite knowing it was just a movie, I couldn't help but feel a strong emotional connection to the character. The content may be disturbing, but the movie itself, including the acting and storytelling, is exceptional and ranks among the best I have seen. Watching two impactful films in one day, both centered around different interpretations of Jesus, left me in awe of the power of cinema. These were movies I initially overlooked but am grateful I gave them a chance. "City of Dreams" takes viewers on an intense emotional journey, prompting reflection on the harsh realities faced by vulnerable individuals like Jesus. The film sheds light on the atrocities of child and human trafficking, highlighting the importance of standing up against such injustices. It's a stark reminder that abuse and exploitation have no place in society, and it is our duty to protect those who are vulnerable. If you are sensitive to heavy themes or graphic content, "City of Dreams" may not be suitable for you unless you have someone to share the emotional weight with. Personally, I don't think I could watch it again alone due to its intense nature, but I recognize the value of experiencing it with a supportive group.