Between Us (2009)

"Between Us" is a poignant story, rooted in harsh reality, that paints a vivid yet sensitive portrait of the immigrant experience in the United States. Mariana, a resilient Colombian woman, embarks on a journey of hope, carrying the dreams of her two children to the diverse heartland of Queens, New York, only to be met with an unexpected, brutal twist of fate. Left adrift in a sprawling metropolis, where the language is as foreign as the cityscape itself, Mariana finds herself abandoned by her husband, Gabriel. This crushing betrayal leaves her and her children to navigate the labyrinth of survival in a land that was supposed to promise a better life. As she gropes her way through the city's echoing loneliness, Mariana is confronted with the daunting task of providing for her family, both materially and emotionally. Her desperate search for work is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and its relentless pursuit of survival against all odds. In the end, it is the city's overlooked veins – its recycling system – that offers her an unexpected, albeit unconventional, means to eke out a living. "Between Us" is a journey of survival, hope, and resilience, a testament to the strength of a mother's love and the surprising corners where one can find dignity and sustenance. The city, with all its grit and grind, becomes an unexpected ally in her quest for survival, underscoring the transformative power of human resilience and resourcefulness.

Between Us is a drama movie featuring Paola Mendoza.

Between Us is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy, Pluto TV, Tubi TV and VUDU Free and it's also available on DIRECTV and Hoopla.

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