Lalo(2015)

Lalo Cannes Short Film Corner 2016

Lalo is a Mexican drama following a young orphan boy with a passion for singing in the church choir. Bullied and beaten by his peers, Lalo faces constant cruelty and unjust punishment from those around him. When he discovers an unexpected opportunity to pursue his musical dreams, his life takes a dramatic turn. What begins as a story of hardship transforms into an inspiring journey of personal transformation. The film explores themes of resilience and redemption through the eyes of a vulnerable child determined to find his voice—both literally and figuratively—despite the obstacles stacked against him.