In this brief yet potent documentary, director Hans Baumann turns his lens to the overlooked world of domestic workers in the oil-rich Gulf states. The film follows a group of migrant maids from Southeast Asia who have come to work for wealthy families in a petro-state, their daily lives a stark contrast to the glittering skyscrapers and endless wealth around them. Driven by the need to support families back home, these women navigate a delicate balance between duty and dignity, facing long hours, isolation, and the constant pressure to please their employers. The central conflict emerges as they grapple with the unspoken rules of a society that treats them as invisible yet indispensable. Through intimate, observational footage, Maids of Petroleum captures the quiet resilience and unbreakable spirit of these workers, offering a sobering look at the human cost behind the oil boom. The tone is restrained and empathetic, allowing the maids' own stories to unfold without sensationalism, making for a moving and eye-opening portrait of modern servitude.