Direction: Alejandra Islas

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Alejandra Islas. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


The Shelter

2012 · Documentary · 85 min. · Mexico

Direction Alejandra Islas

Plot Across from the railroad tracks, priest Alejandro Solalinde established a shelter in Ixtepec, Oaxaca to provide refuge, sustenance and spiritual support to Central American migrants. Solalinde’s actions are interwoven with...

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La banda del automóvil gris

2004 · Documentary · 49 min. · Mexico

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The demons of Eden

2007 · Documentary · 70 min. · Mexico

Direction Alejandra Islas

Cast Lydia Cacho

Plot This documentary tells the story of Lydia Cacho, a brave writer who confronted powerful entrepreneurs and politicians who protect a child pornography ring that operates in Cancun and the United...

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Polvo en el viento (1975-1979)

1993 · Documentary · 27 min. · Mexico

Direction Alejandra Islas

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Muxes: Authentic, intrepid seekers of danger

2005 · Documentary · 105 min. · Mexico

Direction Alejandra Islas

Cast Clara Chagorua · Victor Chirinos · Alicia de Sales · Judith López Zaire

Plot Documentary on muxes, as homosexuals are called in Juchitán, Mexico, famous for its concentration of gay people.

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