Over 45 years, a family from Spain worked in blue-collar jobs in the Netherlands, driven by the dream of returning home wealthy and comfortable.
Synopsis
Over 45 years, a family from Spain worked in blue-collar jobs in the Netherlands, driven by the dream of returning home wealthy and comfortable.
Synopsis
Vanesa Abajo Perez reflects on her family's migration from Spain to the Netherlands in the late 1960s. Her parents fled poverty under the Franco regime, seeking a better life. For over 45 years, they worked in blue-collar jobs, hoping to return to Spain with wealth. Now, they live in a home filled with Dutch porcelain and gold, symbols of their success. Vanesa, raised in the Netherlands, confronts her parents' expectations and her dual identity as she revisits her cultural roots.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Vanesa as she navigates her dual identity.
- See the impact of migration on family dynamics.
- Find out how cultural ties shape personal identity.
Did You Know
- Vanesa's parents fled Spain in the late 1960s due to poverty.
- They worked in blue-collar jobs for over 45 years.
- Vanesa's family home is decorated with Dutch porcelain and gold.
- The film is directed by Vanesa Abajo Perez.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did Vanesa's parents flee Spain?
Vanesa's parents fled Spain at the end of the 1960s.
How long did Vanesa's parents work in blue-collar jobs?
They worked tirelessly in blue-collar jobs for over 45 years.
What cultural ties does Vanesa navigate in the documentary?
Vanesa navigates her dual identity and cultural ties to both Spain and the Netherlands.
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