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The Cleaning Lady
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The Cleaning Lady (2022)

7
TV_MA

A Cambodian-Filipino doctor named %s seeks medical treatment in the U.S. to save her son. However, when the system fails her, she is forced to rely on her cunning and intelligence to secure her son's safety. Meanwhile, she witnesses the murder of an FBI informant by a powerful criminal organization. In order to protect herself from being killed, she agrees to work as a cleaner for the organization. Soon, the FBI approaches her with a proposal to become an informant herself. Caught between dangerous adversaries, she must navigate the treacherous landscape on her own to avoid numerous perils.

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Inspector Montalbano
Tv Show

Inspector Montalbano (2021)

8.3
TV_14

Inspector Montalbano is a police detective who investigates and solves crimes in the small fictional town of Vigata, located in Sicily, Italy. He is known for his sharp intuition, attention to detail, and unique investigative methods. Montalbano deals with a variety of cases ranging from murder to drug smuggling, all while navigating the complexities of his personal and professional life.

América
Tv Show

América (2005)

5.7

Sol and Tião are born to different social backgrounds—she to a poor suburban family in Rio, and him to an even poorer family who raised cattle in West São Paulo State. They eventually meet, due to unlikely circumstances, but part again, as she has set as her ultimate priority to reach the United States or bust. While she comes to the U.S. to live as an illegal immigrant, he remains in Brazil and, despite many trials and tribulations, he becomes a successful rodeo cowboy.

La doble vida de Estela Carrillo
Tv Show

La doble vida de Estela Carrillo (2017)

8.2
TV_14

After witnessing a murder, single mother Estela Carrillo must hide the fact that she is an undocumented immigrant escaping a dark past. While hiding her secret, romantic interests and her dream of becoming a singer complicate her plans.

We're Millennials. Got a problem?
Tv Show

We're Millennials. Got a problem? (2016)

7.6

Drama series depicts the lives of three men born in 1987 and oppose irrational things of the world through work, love, and friendship. The men are from the "yutori generation", when the Japanese government reformed the education system, emphasizing a pressure-free environment referred to as yutori education.

Decision to Leave
Movie

Decision to Leave(2022)

7.3
tomato94%
NR
138Minutes

A detective named Hae-Jun is investigating the death of a man who frequently climbed a mountain. In the process, he encounters the man's young wife, Seo-Rae, an immigrant from China. Suspecting her involvement in the death, Hae-Jun begins to stalk her and becomes obsessed. However, as the investigation progresses, Hae-Jun learns that Seo-Rae is not the killer. They develop a close relationship but soon, Hae-Jun discovers that Seo-Rae is actually the murderer and has been manipulating him. She confesses to the crime and tries to bury herself alive at the beach, leaving Hae-Jun devastated.

I Married Dora
Tv Show

I Married Dora (1988)

6.3

I Married Dora is an American sitcom that appeared on the ABC television network. It premiered on September 22, 1987, and its final first-run episode aired on December 18, 1987. The series was created by Michael J. Leeson, who was one of the creators of the long running TV series The Cosby Show.

River
Tv Show

River (2015)

8
TV_MA

River is a British crime drama TV show that follows the story of John River, a brilliant police detective who is haunted by the murder victims whose cases he investigates. As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, he starts to question his own sanity and relies on his instincts, imagination, and empathy to solve the mysteries. Along the way, he forms a deep connection with a missing teenager and experiences hallucinations that blur the line between reality and fantasy.

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Instructions Not Included
Movie

Instructions Not Included(2013)

7.5
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PG_13
122Minutes

Valentin is a charming and carefree bachelor who loves his freedom and life in Acapulco. But his life takes a dramatic turn when one of his former lovers, Julie, leaves their baby daughter Maggie on his doorstep and disappears. Valentin is forced to become a responsible father and raise Maggie on his own, which leads to a series of comedic and heartwarming adventures as he learns the challenges of parenthood and discovers the joys of unconditional love.

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Crossing Over
Movie

Crossing Over(2009)

6.7
tomato15%
R
113Minutes

Crossing Over is a drama crime movie that explores interconnected storylines in Los Angeles. The film delves into various themes such as crime, immigration, and cultural clashes. It follows the lives of different characters, including immigrants, police officers, and aspiring actors, whose paths cross in unexpected ways. The movie highlights the challenges and struggles faced by immigrants, the complexities of the justice system, and the impact of cultural diversity on individual lives.

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Green Border
Movie

Green Border(2023)

6.4
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152Minutes

Follows the story of a family of Syrian refugees, an Afghan teacher, and a border guard who meet on the Polish-Belarusian border during the most recent humanitarian crisis in Belarus. They are all unknowingly caught up in a political fraud orchestrated by the Belarusian authorities. As they navigate the risks and legal consequences, they question the meaning of humanity.

United Kacche
Tv Show

United Kacche (2023)

6.8

Tango, a Punjabi villager, has always dreamt of moving abroad to escape his life in Punjab. Finally, he manages to fulfill his dream, but as an illegal immigrant. Now in the UK, Tango must confront the harsh reality of his new life and discover if it is as rosy as he had imagined.

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Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that tackle the theme of illegal immigration. Explore captivating stories that shed light on the challenges, struggles, and resilience of immigrants around the globe.

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