The Shelter
El albergue
Synopsis
Across from the railroad tracks, priest Alejandro Solalinde founds and builds a shelter in Ixtepec, Oaxaca to provide refuge and spiritual relief to Central American migrants. Solalinde ́s struggle is interwoven with the changing lives of women and men who, motivated by their faith and need for dignified work, waits for their moment to defy danger and continue their journey to the north.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alejandra Islas
- Screenplay & Story
- Alejandra Islas
- Original Title
- El albergue
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
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Alejandra Islas
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Alejandra Islas
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What is The Shelter about?
Across from the railroad tracks, priest Alejandro Solalinde founds and builds a shelter in Ixtepec, Oaxaca to provide refuge and spiritual relief to Central American migrants. Solalinde ́s struggle is interwoven with the changing lives of women and men who, motivated by their faith and need for dignified work, waits for their moment to defy danger and continue their journey to the north.
Who directed The Shelter?
The Shelter was directed by Alejandra Islas.
Who stars in The Shelter?
The principal cast of The Shelter includes Alejandro Solalinde.
When was The Shelter released and how long is it?
The Shelter was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.