The Silence

A home office worker faces the devastating consequences of work stress and pressure in an environment where sound becomes their greatest enemy. Through a disturbing sonic experience, this dark comedic experimental short film immerses the viewer in their desperation, revealing the limits of mental balance in the modern routine.

  • Carlos R. Guardado
    Director
  • Carlos R. Guardado
    Writer
  • Eduardo Cedillo
    Producer
  • Carlos R. Guardado
    Producer
  • Alberto "Beto" Lopez
    Key Cast
    "Alejandro"
  • Enrique Rivadeneyra Hoffman
    Key Cast
    "Narrator"
  • Daniela Cienfuegos
    Key Cast
    "Lucia"
  • Cu Salazar
    Key Cast
    "Jefe/Boss"
  • Eloy Romero
    Key Cast
    "Homeless 2"
  • Pablo "Lobo Trincado" Vega
    Art Director
  • Jimena Ake
    Art Director
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    El Silencio
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Sci-Fi, Dark Humor, Experimental, Thriller, Mind Bending
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 35 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 16, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Mexico
  • Country of Filming:
    Mexico
  • Language:
    Spanish
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • SuresteLab Vol. 1
    San Francisco de Campeche, Campeche
    Mexico
    February 16, 2024
    Mexico Premiere
    Official Selection
  • SuresteLab Vol. 1 Cd. Del Carmen
    Ciudad del Carmen, Campeche
    Mexico
    March 13, 2024
    Official Selection
  • Campeche Filma!
    San Francisco de Campeche, Campeche
    Mexico
    November 28, 2024
    SuresteLab Vol.1 Selection
Director Biography - Carlos R. Guardado

Carlos R. Guardado is an emerging filmmaker who began his career as a writer of horror stories. In 2019, he made his cinematic debut as a self-taught director with Balada de la Noche, a cosmic horror western. Since then, he has collaborated with various artists on music videos and visual concepts, as well as directing a documentary about the Maya Ballgame, exploring unique narratives.

His official directorial debut came with El Silencio, a dark comedic experimental short film developed at SuresteLab, where he solidified his voice as a filmmaker. Currently, Carlos is expanding his career in directing and producing diverse projects, distinguished by an innovative style and deep storytelling.

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