Private Project

Empty Chairs

Christmas Eve, a beautiful time to spend with family and friends, even amid a pandemic and tough times.

  • Esther Briones
    Director
    A Christmas Surprise
  • Carlos Loaeza
    Writer
    Our Last Dance
  • Marla Meza
    Cinematography
  • Carlos Loaeza
    Producer
    A Christmas Surprise
  • Alexis Zárate
    Key Cast
    "Manu"
  • Montserrat Haro Jurado
    Key Cast
    "Raquel"
  • Mafer Zeferín
    AD
  • Desiree Bolaños
    Production Designer
  • Marla Meza
    Associate Producer
  • Mafer Zeferín
    Make-up Artist
  • Esther Briones
    Edition
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Sillas Vacías
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 59 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 15, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    1,200 MXN
  • Country of Origin:
    Mexico
  • Country of Filming:
    Mexico
  • Language:
    Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Esther Briones

Esther Briones was born on May 28, 1999, in Mexico City. She's a half-time photographer, film director, and writer. She produces under the name of Sal de Mar, her production company.

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Director Statement

Carlos' story relates to a real Christmas in our times because of these tough times, I had the privilege to direct it and I'm very proud of everyone's job in this short film, all of us gave a big effort to make this done.