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El sarape
2024 | Color | 9:10
During a hot afternoon in Boyle Heights, a young girl navigates the innocence of childhood and the complexities of growing up while roaming through the vibrant courtyard of her family's restaurant. As day turns to night, she witnesses situations she may not fully grasp, but the unwavering support of her hardworking parents and older sister provide a haven for her to feel secure and loved.

Country: Estados Unidos
Direction: Prieto; María Fernanda
Script: Prieto; María Fernanda
Production: Narich; Ben
Photography: Prieto; Rodrigo
Sound: Hartley; Elliot
Music: Mara; Pavle
Cast:Zamora; Hannah, Catherine; Ita, Portillo; Sofía, Rivas; Gabriel, Batlle; Rj
Art direction: Watson; Terry
Participation year at FICM: 2025

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