Para

A short, emotionally intense animated drama that immerses you in a girl's pain and resilience, blending harsh reality with dreamlike water imagery.

Directed by

Ángela Romero Ángeles, Darwing Huayotuma

Genres

Drama, Animation

Overview

Para is a Quechua girl who suffers constant abuse from her mother. Her only consolation is her reflection in the water, with whom she shares her sorrows. One day, overwhelmed by her abuse, she decides to run away from home and dives into a lake to meet the girl in her reflection. Underwater, her reflection reveals some hidden memories of her, taking PARA on an emotional journey where she discovers her strength to forgive and build her own future.

How it feels

Dark, melancholic, earnest and eerie. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Trauma, healing, identity, family

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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