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The Other Family (2011)

“The story of Hendrix, a 7-year-old child that's been abandoned by his crack-addict mother Nina.”

  • 130 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 7.3/10 (894 votes)

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Plot

In the eye of a storm stirred by addiction and desperation, resides Hendrix, a 7-year-old boy, forsaken by his mother Nina, a woman ensnared by the clutches of crack. Nina's steadfast friend, Ivana, becomes his beacon of hope, rescuing him from the turmoil. However, her imminent trip to Houston prevents her from providing him a stable haven. Enter Jean Paul and Chema—a mature, committed gay couple and friends of Ivana, who are entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding Hendrix as Nina seeks redemption in rehab. Meanwhile, a sinister tempest brews, as Patrick, Nina's lover and drug supplier, is pursued relentlessly by a ruthless drug-lord over a formidable debt. In a frantic bid to settle the score, Patrick plots to trade Hendrix to a grief-stricken couple mourning the loss of their infant. As Nina battles her demons in rehab, yearning to break free to reclaim her son, Hendrix begins to find comfort and adapt to the warmth of his new life with Jean Paul and Chema. Time, however, is a luxury Patrick can ill afford. His desperation escalates, compelling him to manipulate Nina into a frantic search for her displaced son. This is a captivating tale of lost innocence, unlikely guardianship, and the relentless pursuit of redemption woven into the fabric of 'The Other Family'.

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The Other Family is a drama movie featuring Jorge Salinas and directed by Gustavo Loza.

The Other Family is currently streaming on fuboTV.