Storyline

Mayami Nuestro goes beyond the slogan "tá barato, dame dos" (“it’s cheap, give me two”) to force a rethinking of Venezuela’s relationship with oil and national identity. Produced at the height of the oil boom, this 34-minute documentary examines Venezuelan lifestyles in the 1970s and early 1980s, questioning the consumerist fantasies fueled by petro-wealth. Through interviews with merchants, bankers, U.S. academics, and the testimonies of Venezuelans themselves, the film maps the era’s version of the “American Dream” as lived—and projected—abroad. Winner of national and international awards and directed by Carlos Oteyza, Mayami nuestro offers a sharp, historically grounded critique and an open invitation for new generations to reflect on the legacy of oil and its cultural consequences.

Key Information

Director Carlos Oteyza
Writers Carlos Oteyza
Studio Cinesa
Language ES

Cast & Crew

Luis Romero

Jacinto Cabrera

Enrique Benshimol

Frequently Asked Questions

Mayami nuestro was released on January 1, 1981.

The runtime of Mayami nuestro is 34m.

Mayami nuestro is a Documentary movie.

Mayami nuestro is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Mayami nuestro was directed by Carlos Oteyza.

The main cast of Mayami nuestro includes Luis Romero, Jacinto Cabrera, Enrique Benshimol.

Mayami nuestro is originally in Spanish.