The Realm of God

El Reino de Dios

Movie Synopsis

English

Neimar is 8 years old, lives in a small town and is looking forward to his first communion, since his grandmother has assured him that on that day, he will meet God. His quiet life encompasses taking care of racehorses, which he loves; hanging out at crossroads asking for money and helping his mum sell tamales on the weekends with his best friend, Demi. All this serenity in Neimar’s life suddenly disappears. His existence becomes filled with disappointment, leading him to look with new eyes on his environment, leaving his innocence behind.

Español

Neimar tiene ocho años, vive en un pequeño pueblo y está ilusionado por hacer su primera comunión, ya que su abuela le ha asegurado que ese día conocerá a Dios. Su vida transcurre tranquila entre cuidar caballos de carreras, de los que es fanático; trabajar en un tope pidiendo dinero y ayudar a su mamá a vender tamales los fines de semana junto a su mejor amiga, Demi. Toda esta serenidad en el entorno de Neimar cambia de pronto. Su vida se va llenando de decepciones que harán que reconsidere su entorno, dejando de lado su inocencia.

Country: Mexico

Director: Claudia Sainte-Luce

Language: Spanish

Duration: 73 minutes

Genre: Drama