Ispanbul is a documentary about Spanish people living in Istanbul, Turkey. This documentary is interesting in that the Turkish city is presented by Spanish people from different walks of life. Through their words and journeys, we see not only the popular tourist sites, but also the everyday traffic, workdays, and nightlife of the city. 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
Ciudad Huacal (Huacal City, in English) is a documentary about boxes. More specifically, it is about the wooden crates that go through a supply center in Mexico City. With these huacal (or guacal) being used everyday, the men in this facility never run out of work, and in this film, they are seen buying, selling, and repairing these wooden containers. Continue Reading
Al Compás (To the Beat, in English) presents a rather interesting scenario. There’s a man in an office, and he has with him a few papers. He looks over each one, just like a conductor, and arranges the sheets for his convenience. With the stage set, he starts the metronome. Music plays, the door opens, and the actors come in one by one. Continue Reading