LUZ
Synopsis
Ruben and Carlos become cellmates in a minimum-security prison. While Ruben struggles to learn the ropes of daily life and where he falls in the complex hierarchical prison system, Carlos becomes a mentor and then eventually a lover. The two men develop feelings for one another they can't easily express. As time moves on and one of them is released before the other, there are questions looming as to whether what they had was real or simply out of the need for human connection.
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Luz - Official Trailer | LGBTQ, PrisonOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-02-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Mardi Gras Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 13, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
April 13, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon García
- Screenplay & Story
- Jon García
- Original Title
- LUZ
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Lake Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon García
Jon García
Sarah Whelden
Matthew Gift
Jon García
Department Leadership Roster
Jon García
Director
Jon García
Writer
Jon García
Producer
Matthew Gift
Editor
Sarah Whelden
Director of Photography
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About LUZ
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What is LUZ about?
Ruben and Carlos become cellmates in a minimum-security prison. While Ruben struggles to learn the ropes of daily life and where he falls in the complex hierarchical prison system, Carlos becomes a mentor and then eventually a lover. The two men develop feelings for one another they can't easily express. As time moves on and one of them is released before the other, there are questions looming as to whether what they had was real or simply out of the need for human connection.
Who directed LUZ?
LUZ was directed by Jon García.
Who stars in LUZ?
The principal cast of LUZ includes Ernesto Reyes, Jesse Tayeh, Jimmy Garcia, Alma Gloria Garcia, Lowell Deo.
When was LUZ released and how long is it?
LUZ was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for LUZ?
LUZ holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).