The Chambermaid

Directed by Lila Avilés

Eve (Cartol), a young chambermaid at a luxurious Mexico City hotel, confronts the monotony of long workdays with quiet examinations of forgotten belongings and budding friendships that nourish her newfound and determined dream for a better life. Avilés’ striking debut employs a quasi-documentary approach as it accompanies Eve on her daily routine to offer a microcosm of contemporary Mexican society.

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Duration:
102 minutes

Translated title:
La camarista

Languages:
Spanish

Subtitles:
Full English

Country of origin:
Mexico

Year of production:
2019