On his way to the copper mine where Lázaro works, he discovers a dead body by the side of the road. His fragile world is thrown off balance. At home, his mother and aunt urge him to keep quiet. But he cannot get out of his mind what he has seen, nor can he speak about it. Those around him treat him with growing suspicion. When a lung disease forces him to take a break from work, doubts about his actual state of health arise and fuel rumors of a possible involvement in the crime. Lázaro finds support in his aunt, but even this support could be an illusion.
DIRECTOR
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Nicolás Pereda
Nicolás Pereda (1982) is a Mexican-Canadian filmmaker whose work blurs the lines between documentary and fiction. His meticulously composed films and understated characters explore the mysteries of everyday life among Mexico’s working class. Seemingly banal situations unfold into a multi-layered blend of humor, absurdity, and social reality. Pereda frequently works with a core ensemble of professional and non-professional actors and actresses, incorporating biographical elements from his cast members.
