Love Is the Monster
Amor es el monstruo
Synopsis
In a dystopian world marked by inequality and everyday violence, a grandmother is determined to make the most of the time she has left with her granddaughter. But as a series of events pushes them into increasing danger, love and fear begin to blur, forcing her to cross lines she never imagined.
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Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-01
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Neto Villalobos
- Screenplay & Story
- Neto Villalobos, Diego van der Laat
- Original Title
- Amor es el monstruo
- Country of Origin
- Costa Rica, Peru, Panama, Chile, Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- La Sucia Centroamericana, Cine Infinito, Expansiva Cine, Liminal Estudio, Avalancha Studio, Clara Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Neto Villalobos
Neto Villalobos, Diego van der Laat
Nicolás Wong
Yibrán Asuad, Neto Villalobos
Ana Lucía Arias, Jimena Hospina, Felipe Zúñiga, Neto Villalobos
Department Leadership Roster
Neto Villalobos
Director
Nicolás Wong
Director of Photography
Neto Villalobos
Writer
Diego van der Laat
Writer
Yibrán Asuad
Editor
Neto Villalobos
Editor
Ana Lucía Arias
Producer
Jimena Hospina
Producer
Felipe Zúñiga
Producer
Neto Villalobos
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Love Is the Monster
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What is Love Is the Monster about?
In a dystopian world marked by inequality and everyday violence, a grandmother is determined to make the most of the time she has left with her granddaughter. But as a series of events pushes them into increasing danger, love and fear begin to blur, forcing her to cross lines she never imagined.
Who directed Love Is the Monster?
Love Is the Monster was directed by Neto Villalobos.
Who stars in Love Is the Monster?
The principal cast of Love Is the Monster includes Paulina García, Natalia Regidor, Gloriana Vargas, Erika Reinkendorf.
When was Love Is the Monster released and how long is it?
Love Is the Monster was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.