Open The Earth

Newborn

When a young couple's first baby is born intersex, they are thrust into a challenging journey of discovery and decision-making. As they navigate the complexities of intersexuality, they confront both their own uncertainties and the societal pressures surrounding their child's identity.

Emilio's Eyes

In Mexico, Emilio meets David and they have a one night stand. Emilio then follows David to Puerto Vallarta. In his pursuit of love will he overlook what's right in front of him?

I'm Not Afraid

10-year-old Miguel stumbles upon a terrifying secret involving a boy trapped in a hole near his home.

I Have to Die Every Night

Snapshot of the sophisticated and exclusive gay nightlife of one of the most emblematic clubs in 1980s’ Mexico City, where people living under the weight of a repressive society that marginalized them felt the need to express an exacerbated sense of freedom. Through the eyes of a young man eager to explore the world and live freely in the capital city, the series recreates a slice of life and a decade that shook the world.

The Secret of the River

When a young boy arrives in a small Mexican village, a profound friendship blossoms with a local kid — and a dark secret seals their bond forever.

Disrupted

The memory and testimony of two characters: Fernando García, known as Pinolito, who was a child actor in the seventies and Doña Lilia Ortega, his mother, an actress. Fernando came out as a transvestite, some years ago, and now calls himself Coral Bonelli. They live together in Garibaldi yearning for their past in the movies, while Coral bravely comes to terms with her gender identity. They both still perform.

Perfect Obedience

The fictional Father Ángel de la Cruz is based on Legion of Christ founder Marcial Maciel, whose long history of child abuse was not addressed until 2006 and only publicly acknowledged in 2009. But director Luis Urquiza chooses to structure his film through the largely uncomprehending, wondering eyes of 13-year-old Julián, who travels from the arms of his loving pastoral family into the austere, hallowed halls of the seminary. Singling out the boy as his intimate disciple, installing him in his palatial private quarters and redubbing him “Sacramento Santos,” Father Ángel begins Julian’s instruction into the mysteries of “perfect obedience,” whose cardinal rule is: Never question a superior’s actions.

Hotel Room

One night, Pablo finally decides to pick up Diana, a transvestite prostitute he has been watching for a few days. Pablo takes Diana to a hotel room with very different intentions than her other clients and without knowing that his own life is about to change.

The Romantic Barber

Victor, a 37 year old hairstylist at Mexico, has a really standard routine: he works, plays domino, watches soccer and cleans his house. He also likes romantic music and old classic mexican movies. But suddenly, he has to break this routine and go to Rio the Janeiro.

40°C In The Shade

Stranded on a desolate road, a man ventures into the unforgiving desert in search of help. As the scorching heat and relentless thirst take their toll, he begins to see mirages that blur the line between illusion and reality. The desert, like a living, breathing force, twists his perception, drawing him deeper into a maze of illusions that feel hauntingly real. As he fights to maintain his grip on reality, he realizes that the true danger may not be the desert itself, but the shadows it casts within his mind.

Oasis

Ophelia goes to El Oasis, a tavern where men pick up men, looking for her husband. Her suspicions confirmed, she faints and a transgender prostitute unexpectedly helps her.