Maquilapolis (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 2006, Maquilapolis is a documentary film directed by Vicky Funari, running about 68 minutes.
What it’s about. Just over the border in Mexico is an area peppered with maquiladoras: massive sweatshops often owned by the world's largest multinational corporations. Carmen and Lourdes work at maquiladoras in Tijuana, and it is there that they try to balance the struggle for survival with their own radicalization in this documentary.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Maquilapolis has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maquilapolis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maquilapolis tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maquilapolis (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maquilapolis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Maquilapolis worth watching?
- Maquilapolis holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Maquilapolis released?
- Maquilapolis was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.
