Buy Me a Gun
2018 | 84 min | Drama
In a dystopian Mexico, a drug-addicted father with his young daughter Huck tries to survive as a groundskeeper at a baseball field.
Julio Hernández Cordón
DirectorJulio Hernández Cordón is a highly acclaimed Guatemalan filmmaker known for his unique storytelling style and visually stunning cinematography. He made his directorial debut with the film "Gasolina" in 2008, which garnered critical praise and established him as a rising talent in the industry. Some of his other notable works include "Marimbas del Infierno" (2010), "Te Prometo Anarquía" (2015), and "Cómprame un revólver" (2018). Hernández Cordón has received several awards and nominations for his films, including the Ariel Award for Best Director at the Mexican Academy Awards. His films often explore themes of social issues, marginalized communities, and the complexities of human relationships.
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