These films are some of the author’s personal favorites. Genres vary, but all are special to me in their own unique way.
El Ladrón De Caras starts with a lady bringing a special file to a private investigator. The detective looks over the photos, and sees how the faces of people were missing in them. The woman then shows the man how she, too, was attacked, and how she could just be the next victim. The man decides to take her under his wing and put a stop to it all. Continue Reading
Elefante centers around Manuel, a man who doesn’t seem too happy with his current life situation. He lives a monotonous life of work, playing squash with a friend he hates, and going home to a family that doesn’t pay much attention to him. One day, however, he is diagnosed with a rare disease, one that will turn him into an elephant. Continue Reading
La Llorona Y El Secreto Del Indio (English: The Crybaby And The Indian’s Secret) gives us an amazing adventure story. With fights between girls and boys as its backdrop, it presents two main figures: an Indian, and a girl who loves her rag doll. The girl is very determined to get back her prized possession, so she is willing to face multiple challenges to get it – even if it means meeting the Indian himself. Continue Reading
Cupido In Love (Cupid In Love, in English) is about a guy selling perfume in the mall. But, since it’s Valentine’s Day, he’s dressed as Cupid, complete with bow and arrows. After being ignored by a few passersby, he meets a familiar face. Some words are exchanged, and a question is asked: What happens if Cupid likes somebody? Continue Reading
Cenizas (Ashes, in English) is a moving story about a girl who’s carrying a pot of ashes. She journeys alone for some time, and ends up in a room near the beach. After lighting a cigarette, she pauses to think about what she must do next. Her mother then appears to talk to her. Continue Reading