Synopsis
Mexican worker Rafael Améndola runs from the police and cross the Mexican-American border, helped by Frank Mendoza, a partner of an American called Mr. Sterling, who gives work to illegal migrants. Once in the United States, Rafael does not adapt to his new life. English translation of title is “Wet Backs”.
Espaldas mojadas (1955) is a 1h 56min crime feature film by Alejandro Galindo. Mexican worker Rafael Améndola runs from the police and cross the Mexican-American border, helped by Frank Mendoza,...
Facts
Original language
Spanish
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Festival History
- Locarno International Film Festival 2023 generic
- Ariel Awards (Mexico) 1956 generic
