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Adapted from Jorge Franco's acclaimed novel of the same name, Paraiso Travel is the story of Marlon Cruz, a young Columbian man who, motivated by his beautiful girlfriend Reina leaves his life in Colombia to illegally cross the border and find fortune in
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
PARAISO TRAVEL is an intense little film that joins the ranks of the other multiple films dealing with immigration, this one as seen from the eyes of those immigrating to the US. It is a hard driving film with many messages about not only immigration but the rarely discussed aspects of the torturous route to get to this country AND the resultant disappointment/disenchantment with the America of the north - the supposed land of dreams. Written by Jorge Franco Ramos and Juan Rendón and directed by Simon Brand, the film was made with a cast of relatively unknown actors (with the notable exception of John Leguizamo) and one wonders had the actors been more experienced would the film have been stronger.
The story relates the problems of two young people Reina (Angelica Blandon) and Marlon (Aldemar Correa) who 'escape' from Medillin, Colombia to make their way as immigrants passing through Guatemala, Mexico and Texas on their way to New York in search of the American Dream. The film is shot in flashback fashion: we are lead to believe that the two 'lovers' focus so strongly on their dream that they lose themselves in that pursuit. What this film does in very strong fashion is show the grueling, harsh, despicable events that occur to immigrants in the South American countries on their way 'north' - some of the events are difficult to watch. But even more strange is the response of the immigrants who do succeed in making it into the USA - without knowledge of the English language or the American labor situation and atrocious living conditions imposed on illegal immigrants. Marlon in particular seems to view the plight of the illegals (street workers, flop houses, menial jobs) with disgust, choosing to focus instead on his fruitless plight to regain his lost Reina separated from him after a misunderstanding in New York. To say more would spoil the ending. Suffice it to say that the film show the ugly side of immigration and the consequences that too often replace the dreams of those who make the dangerous trip to this land of possibility. It is another side of the coin we should all know. Grady Harp, April 10
The story relates the problems of two young people Reina (Angelica Blandon) and Marlon (Aldemar Correa) who 'escape' from Medillin, Colombia to make their way as immigrants passing through Guatemala, Mexico and Texas on their way to New York in search of the American Dream. The film is shot in flashback fashion: we are lead to believe that the two 'lovers' focus so strongly on their dream that they lose themselves in that pursuit. What this film does in very strong fashion is show the grueling, harsh, despicable events that occur to immigrants in the South American countries on their way 'north' - some of the events are difficult to watch. But even more strange is the response of the immigrants who do succeed in making it into the USA - without knowledge of the English language or the American labor situation and atrocious living conditions imposed on illegal immigrants. Marlon in particular seems to view the plight of the illegals (street workers, flop houses, menial jobs) with disgust, choosing to focus instead on his fruitless plight to regain his lost Reina separated from him after a misunderstanding in New York. To say more would spoil the ending. Suffice it to say that the film show the ugly side of immigration and the consequences that too often replace the dreams of those who make the dangerous trip to this land of possibility. It is another side of the coin we should all know. Grady Harp, April 10
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I seem to be one of the few fans of Simon Brand's only other film Unknown, but his follow-up here of tackling an immigration story was powerful, worthwhile and filled with excellently performances. We see the story of two immigrants from Colombia to New York told in a non-lineal format. The two lines of this young couple's trip through South America and resulting residency in New York are bounced back and forth, book-ended with an unusual ambiguity of character outcomes. I liked the style and the resulting quality of moods in each setting, and I really think he makes a competent film with this group of unknowns. The graphic storytelling mixes a spattering of family loss, hatred, love, and finding oneself while trying to survive as an immigrant in the US.
The picture quality and sound are done perfectly and the city scapes of NY looked pristine upscaled. I tried the English dubbed version but it was painful and the sound was not mixed well back into the main frame - the 5.1 Spanish was just right. The special features appeared to be thorough, but I could only muddle through the main 50-minute documentary/making-of as there are no subtitles (all in Spanish). A short picture gallery is also included. There are some stark and brutal similarities to Sin Nombre as also depicted in this film, but both are worthwhile viewing this quarter.
The picture quality and sound are done perfectly and the city scapes of NY looked pristine upscaled. I tried the English dubbed version but it was painful and the sound was not mixed well back into the main frame - the 5.1 Spanish was just right. The special features appeared to be thorough, but I could only muddle through the main 50-minute documentary/making-of as there are no subtitles (all in Spanish). A short picture gallery is also included. There are some stark and brutal similarities to Sin Nombre as also depicted in this film, but both are worthwhile viewing this quarter.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
¡Esto es un inteligente, intrigar, y pensamiento-provocando película colombiana! El libro por Jorge Franco, de que el guión fue adaptado es un trabajo asombroso de la literatura. ¡Cautivar! ¡Sugiero pruchasing ambos!
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Excelent Movie
Paraiso travel is one of my favorite movies, well directed solid characters a good an intriguibg story and a entertaining soundtrack. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Juan Luis Fesser
IT's Great!!!
I love this movie, one of the best movies that shows what inmigrants have to do to cross the border into the USA, beautiful women in this movie too!!
Published 13 months ago by Daniel F. Rojas
Excellent Little Known Film!
This is the story of two young lovers, Marlon and Reina who decide to migrate to the United States by going through Guatamala and Mexico from Colombia and then sneak across the... Read more
Published on May 24, 2010 by Michael A. Newman
Paraiso Travel
It is always a pleasure to search Amazon.com for movies and this purchase was not an exception. The movie came as described and shipping was excellent. Read more
Published on April 10, 2010 by Sandra L. Pegues
just a good movie
it seems like a true story.
it is a sexy movie but shows what hard work does.
it is a sexy movie but shows what hard work does.
Published on March 15, 2010 by Stephanie L. Sanchez
Great film!
I loved this movie. It not just another immigrant movie. It also a love story and much more. John Leguizamo is hillarious as a stuttering scitzo gimp whipping squatter. Read more
Published on March 8, 2010 by E. Sterling
A film to watch
This movie based on a great book is a mix of believable acting, real locations, beautiful latino people and great direction to tell us a story repeated on a daily basis: the... Read more
Published on January 1, 2010 by Aerobluelight
Fantastic!
This is an intelligent, intriguing, and thought-provoking Colombian film! The book by Jorge Franco, from which the screenplay was adapted is an amazing work of literature. Read more
Published on October 20, 2009 by S. M. O'Quinn
PARAISO TRAVEL OR THE NON EXISTANT AMERICAN DREAM
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PARAISO TRAVEL [ENGLISH]
A dynamic visual approach enlivens this familiar portrait of cultural shock and shattered dreams. Read more
PARAISO TRAVEL [ENGLISH]
A dynamic visual approach enlivens this familiar portrait of cultural shock and shattered dreams. Read more
Published on September 8, 2009 by Alfonso A. Tobar
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