The Faceless One

A mother, engulfed by the pain of losing her son finds herself unable to move past his absence, pulling her into a dangerous spiral where denial threatens to consume her entirely, reaching a breaking point where her very existence is at risk. The only hope lies with her daughter, who battles to save her mother from the depths of her sorrow.

  • Rosaicela Enríquez Santillán
    Director
  • Rosaicela Enríquez Santillán
    Writer
  • Jorge Zavala
    Producer
  • Humberto Búa
    Producer
  • Juan Carlos Blanco Ramírez
    Producer
  • Diego Cerezo Dúran
    Key Cast
    Director of Photography
  • Yhoshua Villalpando
    Key Cast
    1st AC
  • Maria Robert
    Key Cast
    AD
  • Yomally Caridad
    Key Cast
    Art Director
  • Adrian Guadarrama
    Key Cast
    Assistant Art Director
  • Rodrigo Alcantara
    Key Cast
    Assistant Art Director
  • Saul Gocha
    Key Cast
    Gaffer
  • Luis Calzada
    Key Cast
    Staff
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Sin Rostro
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 57 seconds
  • Country of Origin:
    Mexico
  • Country of Filming:
    Mexico
  • Language:
    Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Rosaicela Enríquez Santillán

Rosaicela Enríquez Santillán is a passionate filmmaker, dedicated to telling stories. Born in the State of Mexico, she is a professional with diverse training and a constantly growing career in the film industry. Rosaicela graduated from the Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Chalco as a Computer Systems Engineer and has worked for five years in her field of expertise. She later expanded her academic horizons by studying at the Centro de Estudios Cinematográficos INDIe, where she discovered her true passion for cinema.

Her career in filmmaking is distinguished by her experience in various production departments, giving her a broad understanding of all aspects of the filmmaking process. She has contributed her versatility and skills in several short films and a feature film. In 2023, she directed her first short film, marking the beginning of her journey as a filmmaker. Now, Rosaicela has taken a step forward in her career by writing and directing her own short films, building on her unique perspective and experience.

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Director Statement

The Faceless One seeks to convey that the loss of a loved one is never an easy journey, but we are still surrounded by the love and support of those around us. Life goes on, and we don’t forget those we've lost; instead, we keep them alive through memories and shared moments in profound and meaningful ways. The narrative delves into the depths of grief and explores the resilience of the human spirit, showcasing the struggle to confront reality, heal, and move forward. It reveals the profound sorrow of a mother who cannot let go of her son's memory, immersing herself in an alternate reality where she still feels his presence.

A year after his passing, her son appears frequently in her home, leaving a whisper of wind in his wake. His intention is to find peace and move on to the afterlife. However, his mother’s refusal to accept his departure has left him trapped, unable to transition.

He comes to realize that the only way to attain eternal peace is to guide his mother with him into the afterlife. In his eyes, this is an act of love and liberation, allowing them both to finally find tranquility and eternal rest together.