The Other Side

The Other Side

A short film by Rodrigo Álvarez Flores

2017 · 15 min · ★ 5.2 · Drama, Romance

Felipe and Claudio have a unique relationship. Somehow destiny pulls them apart and sets Felipe on a journey where he will risk everything in his pursuit of happiness.

Directed by Rodrigo Álvarez Flores · Written by Rodrigo Álvarez Flores

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