Synopsis

Simón (33), an actor with Down syndrome living in the countryside, dreams of starring in a TV series to share his world. Between memories of his childhood acting days and the challenges of the present, he faces his parents' doubts and his own resilience. On his journey, he will discover that dreams, though difficult, can transform both his life and the lives of those around him.

Team

• Julieta

  Herrera

  Director

  Julieta Herrera is a Chilean filmmaker born in Chillán and a graduate of Audiovisual Creation at the Universidad Austral de Chile. Her work explores human connection and reflection. Her first video essay, No More Dictatorship of Inhumanity (2019), was created in the context of the social uprising and showcased in international exhibitions. In 2023, she directed Crearte for a Better World, a documentary about how painting builds community among neurodivergent individuals, presented at the Ñuble National Film Festival. Her latest work, Encounter in the Abyss (2024), is a collaboration with Ramón Griffero, inspired by the dramaturgy of space.

• Fernanda

  Mancilla

  Producer

  Fernanda Mancilla is an audiovisual producer and founder of Charita Films, a leading company in production coordination and international services based in southern Chile. With over a decade of experience, she has worked on prominent film, television, and documentary projects, collaborating with teams from Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Her career highlights include productions such as Condor by Kevin Jerome, premiered at La Biennale di Venezia, and the Dutch report Bodem in Zicht.

Technical Info

Year of Production: 2026
Format: Full HD
Lenght: 80 minutes
Country: Chile
Director: Julieta Herrera
Producer: Fernanda Mancilla
Production Company: Charita Films

Awards and Official Selections

Women Producers Lab SANFIC 2024