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A Sinister Tale

During what should be a quiet Christmas night, a family’s home is invaded by small, malevolent creatures hiding in plain sight. What begins as unsettling mischief quickly spirals into violent chaos, transforming domestic warmth into a deadly trap.

Blending dark fantasy, horror, and twisted humor, A Sinister Tale explores how fragile normality is—and how ancient evils can turn tradition into terror.

  • Vadir Sottelo
    Director
  • Astrid Flowers
    Writer
  • Fricia Kelley
    Key Cast
    "Mariela"
  • Amando Laos
    Producer
    Sofía
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    Horror, Fantasy, B-movie, Suspense, Dark Comedy
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 2 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    January 10, 2026
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Mexico
  • Country of Filming:
    Mexico
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    4K DCI
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Distribution Information
  • Novatrice studios
    Sales Agent
    Country: Mexico
Director Biography - Vadir Sottelo

Vadir Sottelo is a Mexican film director and producer, cultural manager, and human rights specialist. His work bridges artistic creation, critical thought, and institutional engagement, with a strong focus on horror, fantasy, and suspense as tools for social reflection on identity, memory, violence, and power structures.

He has created 38 audiovisual works and directed three feature films: The Carnival of Horrors, A Sinister Tale, and Inhabited Bodies. His films have been officially selected at over 210 international festivals across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, earning more than 50 awards and recognitions, positioning him as a prominent voice in contemporary Mexican auteur cinema with global reach.

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Director Statement

Sottelo is the founder and director of Novatrice Studios, where he develops film and cultural projects centered on human rights, diversity, social inclusion, and socially engaged cinema. He currently serves as a State Councilor for Culture and the Arts of Jalisco, promoting institutional strengthening, transparency, and a rights-based approach to cultural public policy.