Movies Similar to Asalto en Progreso

The Killer(2023)

After a fateful miss, an assassin battles his employers, and himself, on an international manhunt he insists isn't personal.

La Rasante(2021)

After the death of his mother, Raúl is forced to look for his father to solve a legal problem with a property, he finds him in a distant town married to a young woman and after 20 years without seeing him they begin a conflictive and longing relationship.

In the Time of the Butterflies(2001)

Based on the book by Julia Alvarez. Three sisters become activists during the Dominican Republic's Trujillo regime when members of their family are killed by the government's troops.

El Método(2023)

A group of professionals attend a job interview for a very lucrative position within one of the largest multinational companies in the world. Upon arrival, they are surprised to discover that there is no such interviewer, but that they will be subjected to a very particular dynamic. What begins as a civilized and professional process, ends up bringing out the darkest and most animalistic part of each of them.

xXx: Return of Xander Cage(2017)

Xander Cage is left for dead after an incident, though he secretly returns to action for a new, tough assignment with his handler Augustus Gibbons.

Nueba Yol(1995)

Balbuena is a genial illegal immigrant who makes his way to New York City to take a bite out of the Big Apple. But his hopes of finding a better life soon begin to fade as Balbuena encounters one obstacle after another in the hardscrabble, uncaring metropolis.

On the Outs(2005)

Follows the choices made by three young women - one a drug dealer, one an addict, one a pregnant teen - in Jersey City.

Las Pequeñas Cosas(2024)

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A humble Merengue performer falls in love with the mayor's niece, facing the opposition of her family and his rival.

Boca Chica(2024)

Twelve-year-old Desi is in pursuit of becoming a famous singer. As Desi braces to leave her hometown, she's met with deep-seated secrets that have long tormented her family and their coastal Dominican community.

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Ballplayer: Pelotero(2011)

Two top baseball prospects in the Dominican Republic face fierce competition and corruption as they chase their big league dreams.

El Trayecto(2024)

Against the stunning backdrops of the Dominican Republic, "El Trayecto" unfolds as a poignant coming-of-age comedy, showcasing the trans-formative power of friendship against the picturesque landscapes of Samaná. Yasser, Camila, Karina, and Richarson, each with their unique personalities, set out on what initially seems like a straightforward trek between two beaches. As they navigate the visually captivating yet physically demanding terrain, the expedition evolves into a crucible for personal growth and self-discovery. The dichotomy between Yasser's immaturity and Richarson's uptight demeanor provides not only moments of humor but also valuable insights. Camila, the grounded force, and Karina, the free spirit, contribute to the group dynamic, creating a tapestry of diverse personalities.

7 meses y un Gaviño(2020)

Ercilia Pepín: ejemplo de enseñanza, patriotismo y dignidad(2025)

The life of Dominican teacher, patriot and activist Ercilia Pepín.

Buquí

Manuel, a young Dominican chef, has the opportunity to fulfill his dream when a businesswoman asks him for a dish that will impress her. But, he has to deal with his inner voice that torments him in order to make it.

El Poder de la Iglesia II(2024)

Washington Heights(2002)

"Washington Heights" tells the story of Carlos Ramirez, a young illustrator burning to escape the Latino neighborhood of the same name to make a splash in New York City's commercial downtown comic book scene. When his father, who owns a bodega in the Heights, is shot in a burglary attempt, Carlos is forced to put his dream on hold and run the store. In the process, he comes to understand that if he is to make it as a comic artist, he must engage with the community he comes from, take that experience back out into the world, and put it in his work.

The South of Innocence(2014)

After a traumatic family event, stepchildren Vera and Andres flee to the south of the Dominican Republic with a photographer, Santiago, whom they met the night before at Vera's homecoming party, and strike a deal with her humanity.

La Grande(2024)

The career of Dominican Merengue Típico singer Fefita La Grande.