Chop Shop is a film directed by Ramin Bahrani that tells the story of Alejandro, a young orphan living in a chop shop in Willets Point, Queens. Alejandro works alongside his older sister, Isamar, as they struggle to make ends meet in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
**The siblings dream of saving enough money to buy a food truck, but their plans are derailed when Isamar is offered a job at a salon. Alejandro is left to fend for himself, taking on odd jobs and trying to navigate the dangerous world of chop shops and auto theft.
**As Alejandro tries to make a better life for himself, he is faced with difficult choices and moral dilemmas. The film explores themes of family, survival, and the harsh realities of life on the margins of society.
Chop Shop is a gritty and realistic portrayal of life in the underbelly of New York City, showcasing the resilience and determination of its young protagonist as he fights to carve out a better future for himself.
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