A family of paramedics in Mexico City races against rival ambulances to respond to emergency calls while demanding payment from patients after each ride.
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A family of paramedics in Mexico City races against rival ambulances to respond to emergency calls while demanding payment from patients after each ride.
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Synopsis
In Mexico City, the Ochoa family operates a private ambulance service. Fer, Josue, and Juan Ochoa respond to emergency calls at night, racing against other ambulances to reach patients first. They encounter a range of medical emergencies, from assault victims to car accident survivors. After each ride, they must collect payment from patients or their families. The film presents a stark view of the challenges the Ochoas face in balancing their financial needs with their commitment to providing urgent care.
What Critics Say
The GuardianLuke Lorentzen’s film follows an enterprising family exploiting the gap in Mexico City’s dire emergency services.
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Why Watch
- Follow the Ochoa family as they navigate emergency calls.
- See the intense competition between private ambulances.
- Meet patients with urgent medical needs in Mexico City.
Did You Know
- The film has a 97% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 72 reviews.
- Midnight Family was released in 2019 and has a runtime of 81 minutes.
- The film features the Ochoa family members Fer, Josue, and Juan Ochoa as themselves.
- Metacritic assigned the film a score of 81 out of 100, indicating universal acclaim.
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Who directed Midnight Family?
Midnight Family was directed by Luke Lorentzen.
What is the approval rating of Midnight Family on Rotten Tomatoes?
The film holds an approval rating of 97% based on 72 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is the main focus of Midnight Family?
Midnight Family focuses on the Ochoa family, who run a private ambulance business in Mexico City.
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