Avenues (2013)

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Saul Sanchez returns home to the rough Los Angeles neighborhood of Highland Park, also known as The Avenues, after serving a decade-long prison sentence. Once back, Saul seeks a reunion with his estranged young daughter. Guided by a sympathetic parole officer, who discovers his hidden illiteracy, Saul begins writing a letter to his daughter and begins a journey of self-discovery amid pressure from his gangland Avenidas familia. As Saul separates himself from old friends, he mentors a troubled teenage neighbor following an all-too-familiar gang path. Based on a true story, "Avenues" tells a deeply personal story of fatherhood and the isolation felt by former convicts.

Director: Aaref Rodriguez
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 88 min
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Original Language: en

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los angeles, california

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Avenues about?
Saul Sanchez returns home to the rough Los Angeles neighborhood of Highland Park, also known as The Avenues, after serving a decade-long prison sentence. Once back, Saul seeks a reunion with his estranged young daughter. Guided by a sympathetic parole officer, who discovers his hidden illiteracy, Saul begins writing a letter to his daughter and begins a journey of self-discovery amid pressure from his gangland Avenidas familia. As Saul separates himself from old friends, he mentors a troubled teenage neighbor following an all-too-familiar gang path. Based on a true story, "Avenues" tells a deeply personal story of fatherhood and the isolation felt by former convicts.
Who directed Avenues?
Avenues was directed by Aaref Rodriguez.
Who stars in Avenues?
Avenues stars Tracey Heggins, Hector Atreyu Ruiz, Ski Carr, Rene Arreola, Israel Montano, Erika Sabel Flores.
How long is Avenues?
Avenues has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
What genre is Avenues?
Avenues is a Drama film.