The invention of Soledad

The invention of Soledad

2022 · 20 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy

Soledad is trapped in quarantine with a new partner she has recently been dating. The objects of his old relationship still flood his house and denounce a presence that has not disappeared. One night, the memory of the ex-boyfriend materializes in Soledad's bed and the three of them wake up in a bizarre and uncomfortable situation. From that moment they cannot free themselves from the memory and the three end up living in confinement together and trying to support each other.

Directed by Ana Cristina Franco · Written by Ana Cristina Franco

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