Via Park (2008): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2008, Via Park is a drama film directed by Enrique Rivero, running about 82 minutes.

What it’s about. Beto is the keeper of a house in Mexico City - empty for several years already - in which he used to work as a domestic help. The solitude of the last ten years, as well the monotony and routine of his job have made him lead a secluded life, which could seem suffocating for most people, whereas for him it provides a safe and stable environment, in contrast to the threatening outside world. He has develop a pathological fear for this world, to the point of limiting his contacts to only two persons: the lady of the house, for whom he has a feeling of deep gratitude and respect that is translated into obedience; and Lupe, a friend, a confident and a lover. Once he learns that the house has been sold, Beto is confronted to the dilemma of gathering the courage to get out and get a life or find a way of remaining in his confinement.

Who’s in it. Via Park stars Nolberto Coria as Beto, Nancy Orozco as Lupe and Tesalia Huerta as Mrs..

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Via Park has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Via Park page.

If you liked it. Fans of Via Park tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.