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Maternal Veil - Directed by Rodrigo Allende Hinojosa

Project Type: Short film

Project Title: Maternal Veil

Brief Synopsis: On the quiet eve of Mother's Day, Ana, a devoted single mother, prepares to celebrate with her son Lucas in their suburban home. However, the peace of the night is interrupted by a series of unexplained and disturbing events that begin to haunt Ana. Eerie shadows creep across the walls, sinister whispers fill the air, and objects mysteriously move around the house, wreaking havoc on Ana's mind and challenging her sanity. As the night progresses, the supernatural phenomena intensify, revealing a dark presence that seems linked to Ana's past. Soon, Ana is plunged into a spiral of terror when she discovers a dark, buried secret that has returned to haunt her. With her family in danger and her sanity in question, Ana embarks on a desperate search for answers, confronting dark forces beyond her understanding.

As she struggles to protect her son and unravel the truth behind the supernatural events, Ana confronts her own inner darkness and the repercussions of her past choices. With every twist and turn, she realizes that maternal love is a powerful force, capable of illuminating even the darkest corners of the night.

"Maternal Veil" is a story of supernatural intrigue, redemption, and the unwavering power of maternal love, reminding us that, even in the deepest darkness, love always finds a way to shine through.

Runtime: 1 year

Completion Date: May 08

Country of Origin: Mexico

Language: Spanish with captions in English

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Credits

Director: Rodrigo Allende Hinojosa

Writer: Rodrigo Allende Hinojosa

Producer: Rodrigo Allende Hinojosa, Lizeth Rangel and Omar Garcia

Cinematographer: Omar Garcia

Editor: Samantha Hernandez and Rodrigo Allende

Key Cast:

Mother: Paola Rodriguez

Son: Gael Arizmendi

Father: Antonio Caseres

 
 
 

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