Real

Short Film | Dark Comedy, LGBTQ+ | Spanish | 10 min

When Adán begins to question the perfection of his relationship, a tender morning spirals into an unexpectedly raw and darkly funny reckoning with love, truth, and the things we hide to feel safe.

Written, directed, and edited by Ana Solis

Based on the play Real by Daniel Preciado
Produced by Cristina Acha, Ana Solis & Carmen Halphen
Field Producer: Lari Panini
Director of Photography: Kaeley Beam

Production Design: Alexandr Ievleva
Assistant Director: Kimberly Gomez
Sound: Karla Estef
Post-Production Audio: Anthony Brown
VFX: Esteban Quintero
Colorist: Kaeley Beam

Cast:
Leo — Rafael Sánchez
Adán — Omar Nieves

International Petite Prix — Chelsea Film Festival (2026)
Best Short Film — Hayah International Short Film Festival (2025)

Official Selections: Chelsea Film Festival (2026; U.S. premiere) and Hayah International Short Film Festival (2025).

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