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Paraiso is a short documentary focusing on the dichotomy between the haves and the have nots. It tells the story of three Mexican immigrants who set off every day to clean a large skyscraper. Outside, each of the three men have a stirring story to tell about how they came to this point in their lives. Inside, crowds of wealthy businessmen and businesswomen go about their daily lives. The viewer is offered a chance to think about how the wealthy people of Chicago walk around the poorer residents without giving them a second glance. At the same time, it shows how much the working poor contribute to the city as a whole.

Paraiso is a 2012 documentary with a runtime of 10 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.3.