Saúl Sánchez

Who’s up for a sensual, seductive trip with some of the hottest Latin men that have ever graced the Silver Screen? ‘Mexican Men’ collects five of the most accomplished gay shorts from one of the homes of groundbreaking queer cinema. From short encounters, emerging love stories and deeply touching connections, these short films are sure to stir the heart... and body. Includes: Atmosphere [Atmósfera] (2010); To Live [Vivir] (2003); Tremulous [Trémulo] (2015); Wandering Clouds [Nubes flotantes] (2014); Young Man on the Bar Masturbating with Rage and Nerve [Muchacho en la barra se masturba con rabia y osadía] (2015).

A mother’s struggle with her son with Down syndrome takes a dark turn when a mysterious shadow begins to influence her, bringing out dangerous behavior. Disturbed by the change, the boy prays to God for his mother’s happiness and protection, hoping to save her from the darkness that threatens to consume them both.

Dance and prostitution play the same role for Cristhian’s body. Virtuosity, desire, technique, and sex intertwine, granting coherence to a way of life that offers many answers to few questions. A leitmotiv that reconciles opposites and contradictions. Answers that are sometimes painful, like all truths.

After being fired NURIA (22), a philosophy major dropout has 24 hours to get the rest of her rent money or move back with her mom. All of this while she tries to make it through a whole day without smoking.