On the desolated coast of Veracruz, Mexico, 17-year-old Sebastián takes over running his uncle’s small & cozy rent-by-the-hour motel. There all by himself much of the time, he meets Miranda, a regular customer who comes to the motel to meet a lover who always keeps her waiting. There together with time to kill, Sebastián and Miranda begin to get to know each other, and an ambiguous game of seduction begins between them.
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2023-01-30
The Empty Hours (Las horas muertas) is a 2013 Mexican film directed by Aly Muritiba. It is a drama that tells the story of a 17-year-old hotel worker and a 35-year-old real estate business owner who form an unlikely relationship. The film explores themes of loneliness, isolation, and sexuality and was well received by critics for its nuanced portrayal of its characters and its stylish cinematography.
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