Mariela Artiles of Candella Films selects her favourite shorts to celebrate the 25th anniversary of IMCINE, the Mexican Film Institute.
- LA NAO DE CHINA
Dir Patricia Arriaga MX 2004 10 mins
An artist who is going blind orchestrates his desired final vision.
- LA MESA SERVIDA
Dir Kenya Márquez MX 2000 15 mins
One man’s battle to protect two little pigs.
- SILENCIO PROFUNDO
Dir Gustavo Loza MX 2001 16 mins
Two young Cuban boys, a rubber ring, a vast ocean, the American Dream, and the search for a father.
- EL OTRO SUEÑO AMERICANO
Dir Enrique Arroyo MX 2004 10 mins
Teen Sandra attempts to cross the U.S. border in order to improve her life.
- EL PEZ DORADO
Dir Patricia Arriaga MX 2003 10 mins
In a Mexico City Chinese restaurant, a goldfish silently observes the clientele.
- SEÑAS PARTICULARES
Dir Kenya Márquez MX 2007 12 mins
When Ramona’s son disappears, she reluctantly accepts his death. But then she concludes Osvaldo is still alive.
- HASTA LOS HUESOS
Dir René Castillo MX 2001 12 mins
This fantastic model animation brings the day of the dead to life!