Alanis (played by Sofía Gala Castiglione) is a protagonist in Alanis.
Alanis is the protagonist, a sex worker and mother who lives with her young son while trying to keep their home and livelihood intact. After an inspection threatens the apartment, she negotiates for legal authorization, becomes homeless, seeks social assistance, and struggles to support Dante through degrading encounters and financial hardship. Dante (played by Dante Della Paolera) appears in Alanis.
Dante is Alanis's young son and the child at the center of her daily responsibilities. She prepares food and cares for him while working, searching for shelter, and dealing with legal and housing problems. His presence intensifies Alanis's need to find income, accommodation, and protection for both of them. Gisela (played by Dana Basso) appears in Alanis.
Gisela is Alanis's friend and housemate, sharing the apartment where they live and work. She is present during the housing inspection and later becomes involved in a confrontation with the owner, after which she is detained. Her detention and the seizure of their possessions deepen Alanis's legal and financial crisis. Trabajadora social (played by Estela Garelli) appears in Alanis.
Trabajadora social is a social worker whom Alanis approaches after losing her home. She advises Alanis to be patient and explains that she and Dante might qualify for relocation or assistance, but she cannot provide an immediate solution. Her limited help highlights Alanis's vulnerability and lack of stable support. Santiago (played by Santiago Pedrero) appears in Alanis.
Santiago becomes involved in Alanis's attempt to preserve the apartment and obtain formal authorization for it to operate legally as a massage parlor. He promises to repair the damaged door and mirror and warns that no one else should enter before the paperwork is ready, but Alanis is ultimately locked out.
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Characters
Alanis
(played by Sofía Gala Castiglione) — protagonist
Alanis is the protagonist, a sex worker and mother who lives with her young son while trying to keep their home and livelihood intact. After an inspection threatens the apartment, she negotiates for l...
Dante
(played by Dante Della Paolera) — supporting
Dante is Alanis's young son and the child at the center of her daily responsibilities. She prepares food and cares for him while working, searching for shelter, and dealing with legal and housing prob...
Gisela
(played by Dana Basso) — supporting
Gisela is Alanis's friend and housemate, sharing the apartment where they live and work. She is present during the housing inspection and later becomes involved in a confrontation with the owner, afte...
Trabajadora social
(played by Estela Garelli) — supporting
Trabajadora social is a social worker whom Alanis approaches after losing her home. She advises Alanis to be patient and explains that she and Dante might qualify for relocation or assistance, but she...
Santiago
(played by Santiago Pedrero) — supporting
Santiago becomes involved in Alanis's attempt to preserve the apartment and obtain formal authorization for it to operate legally as a massage parlor. He promises to repair the damaged door and mirror...
Canonical Relationships
Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.
Trabajadora social → Dante
(Professional Potential Beneficiary)
The social worker discusses a possible relocation or assistance program for Alanis and Dante together.
Alanis → Santiago
(Professional Intermediary)
Santiago becomes involved in the repairs and authorization process, promising to fix the damaged door and mirror.
Alanis → Dante
(Family Mother)
The plot repeatedly identifies Dante as Alanis's young son. Alanis prepares food, cares for him, and tries to secure housing and income for both of th...
Story Dynamics
Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.
Alanis → Trabajadora social
(Social Help Seeker)
With nowhere to live, Alanis asks Trabajadora social for help with housing and assistance.
Alanis → Gisela
(Social Friend)
Alanis lives in the apartment with her friend Gisela, and they share the consequences of the inspection and housing crisis.
Story Analysis
A mother struggles to protect her child and survive after housing, legal, and economic systems expose her precarious work.
Plot Progression
Home Under Watch
Paperwork and Exclusion
Property Lost to Procedure
Survival Without Shelter
A Past That Does Not End
Directed by Anahí Berneri
Alanis (2017) · 6.3/10 · drama
Content sources
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(Q41776439), public domain (CC0).
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