Waiting for Barcelona (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2018, Waiting for Barcelona is a documentary film directed by Juho-Pekka Tanskanen, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Waiting for Barcelona revolves around the struggles of undocumented immigrants collecting scrap metal and selling illegal replicas in Barcelona. The film centers on the idea of how the dream of the city is very similar to everyone, but in practice differs depending on your wealth and citizenship. Without the right documents for working our protagonists face serious difficulties and even end up on the verge of insanity.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Waiting for Barcelona has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waiting for Barcelona page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Waiting for Barcelona (2018)?
- In US, Waiting for Barcelona is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Waiting for Barcelona worth watching?
- Waiting for Barcelona holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Waiting for Barcelona released?
- Waiting for Barcelona was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.