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This semi-autobiographical drama follows Cleo, a domestic worker for a middle-class family in the Colonia Roma neighborhood of Mexico City. The film intimately portrays her daily life, struggles, and the complex relationships within the household during a time of social and political unrest. It offers a deeply personal and visually stunning portrait of a woman's resilience and her integral role in the family's life.

Roma received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise for its direction, cinematography, and Aparicio's performance. Many critics lauded it as a masterpiece and one of the best films of the 21st century. It was also a significant awards contender, resonating with both critics and audiences for its emotional depth and technical brilliance.

• Praised for its stunning black-and-white cinematography and intimate portrayal of domestic life.
• Yalitza Aparicio's naturalistic performance as Cleo was widely lauded as a career-defining role.
• Director Alfonso Cuarón's return to Mexico was celebrated for its personal and artistic vision.

Google audience: Audiences were deeply moved by the film's emotional storytelling and beautiful visuals. Many found Cleo's character relatable and her journey compelling, highlighting the film's powerful depiction of class and family dynamics.

Won 3 Academy Awards (Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Foreign Language Film), nominated for 10. Won Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Won BAFTA Award for Best Film Not in the English Language.

Alfonso Cuarón wrote, directed, produced, and co-edited Roma himself, drawing heavily on his own childhood experiences and memories of his family's domestic workers.