Small Privileges

About This Movie

Small Privileges is this haunting exploration of class divides in Mexico, set against the backdrop of impending parenthood. The atmosphere is thick with tension, as the young bourgeois couple navigates their privileged life, oblivious to the struggles of their servant. It’s a slow burn, but you feel every moment, especially when it contrasts the carefree plans of the couple with the grim reality facing their household help. The performances are raw, capturing the weight of social expectations and personal failures. The way the film portrays the consequences of an unwanted pregnancy is especially striking, a reflection on choices and power dynamics that feels relevant even today. It lingers in your mind long after the credits roll.

Small Privileges, though lesser-known, has gained a certain cachet among collectors for its unfiltered look at class in Mexican society. The film's rarity adds to its allure; original prints can be tough to find, which makes it quite intriguing for those hunting for unique narratives from the late '70s. There are a few bootleg copies circulating, but nothing quite captures the original's essence, and this has spurred interest in preservation efforts within niche collector circles.