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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