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ESL: English as a Second Language (2005)

ESL: English as a Second Language (2005)
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An illegal day Mexican laborer and a club-hopping Los Angeles hipster form an unusual connection that leads the lives of both down paths neither could have ever anticipated. Bolivar de la Cruz (Kuno Becker) had just made the arduous journey from Mexico to Los Angeles when the wagon that was transporting him collided with a car driven by restless California club girl Lola Sara (Danielle Camatra). A hard partying twenty two year-old who is struggling to balance her frivolous existence against the stern expectations of her old world mother Consuelo (Maria Conshito Alonso), Lola longs to break away from tradition and wander her own path in life. Now, as Bolivar goes to work as a male stripper and begins living the high life, Lola discovers that she is pregnant and reaches out to her newfound friend for emotional support. Perhaps if these two lost souls from different sides of the same culture can find a common ground, they can finally defeat the demons that threaten to consume them body and soul. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Kuno BeckerDanielle Camastra, (more)
Director(s):
Youssef Delara
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of ESL: English as a Second Language

An illegal day Mexican laborer and a club-hopping Los Angeles hipster form an unusual connection that leads the lives of both down paths neither could have ever anticipated. Bolivar de la Cruz (Kuno Becker) had just made the arduous journey from Mexico to Los Angeles when the wagon that was transporting him collided with a car driven by restless California club girl Lola Sara (Danielle Camatra). A hard partying twenty two year-old who is struggling to balance her frivolous existence against the stern expectations of her old world mother Consuelo (Maria Conshito Alonso), Lola longs to break away from tradition and wander her own path in life. Now, as Bolivar goes to work as a male stripper and begins living the high life, Lola discovers that she is pregnant and reaches out to her newfound friend for emotional support. Perhaps if these two lost souls from different sides of the same culture can find a common ground, they can finally defeat the demons that threaten to consume them body and soul. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
105 mins

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Director(s):
Youssef Delara
Writer(s):
Youssef Delara
Producer(s):
Victor TeranAmir Delara
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Violence, Drug Content, Profanity, Sexual Situations)
ESL: English as a Second Language Awards:
  • 2006 - Newport Beach International Film Festival - Outstanding Achievement in Filmmaking
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    Youssef D.

    I'm blown away that this little gem of a film was not in the theaters. It's a must see in my opinion.

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    Karina V.

    Director of ESL Youssef Delara is a beautiful story teller. Kuno Becker gives his all in ESL. The grass is truly not always greener on the other side as seen in this film. I always enjoy Youssef Delara's touching way of showing a common life experience through artistry in film. (Also check out the short film AIR by Youssef Delara.)

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    Linda O.

    I have seen this movie many times and have shared it with a lot of friends. Everyone loves it. Great performances, wonderfully directed, and shows a side of immigration we all can learn from. Beautiful...truly.

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