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Conozca la cabeza de Juan Pérez
Juan Perez is a wizard who begins to remember how he lost his head, after an economic crisis in the Circus where he works, he promises to mount a spectacular act of beheading that it could again return it to its glory years. But without any fifth in the bag and with time running out to build a machine is forced to rob a real guillotine without this weighs a terrible curse.
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Plot Summary
A young gay man named Juan navigates the complexities of love and identity in Mexico City. He finds himself caught between the affections of two different men, a relationship with a musician and a passionate affair with another man. The film explores themes of desire, vulnerability, and the search for connection.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its intimate portrayal of relationships and Hernández's distinctive visual style. Some found the narrative to be slow-paced, while others appreciated its sensitive exploration of queer desire and emotional depth.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive and intimate portrayal of gay relationships.
Noted for Julián Hernández's visually rich and atmospheric direction.
Some found the pacing deliberate, which may not appeal to all viewers.
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Awards & Accolades
Screened at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Director Julián Hernández is known for his visually striking and often poetic approach to filmmaking, frequently exploring themes of love, desire, and identity within LGBTQ+ narratives.
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