Chop Shop (2008)

Alejandro, a determined Latino street orphan approaching his teenage years, navigates life in a bustling junkyard on the fringes of Queens, New York. He works in an auto-body repair shop, surrounded by the complexities of adult life. As he grapples with the challenges of his environment, Alejandro is driven by a fierce desire to create a brighter future for himself and his older sister, Isamar, who is just 16. Their bond and ambition shine through the gritty backdrop of their existence, highlighting the resilience needed to rise above their circumstances.