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40°C In The Shade

40° a la sombra

Synopsis

Stranded on a desolate road, a man ventures into the unforgiving desert in search of help. As the scorching heat and relentless thirst take their toll, he begins to see mirages that blur the line between illusion and reality. The desert, like a living, breathing force, twists his perception, drawing him deeper into a maze of illusions that feel hauntingly real. As he fights to maintain his grip on reality, he realizes that the true danger may not be the desert itself, but the shadows it casts within his mind.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Flavio González Mello
Screenplay & Story
Flavio González Mello
Original Score
Daniel Hidalgo
Original Title
40° a la sombra
Country of Origin
Mexico
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Runtime
14m
Production Studios
Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Flavio González Mello

Screenplay & Story

Flavio González Mello

Original Score & Music

Daniel Hidalgo

Director of Photography

César Gutiérrez Miranda, Iván Hernández

Film Editing

Roque Azcuaga

Producers

Roberto Fiesco

Department Leadership Roster

Roque Azcuaga

Editor

Flavio González Mello

Director

César Gutiérrez Miranda

Director of Photography

Iván Hernández

Director of Photography

Flavio González Mello

Writer

Laura García de la Mora

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for 40°C In The Shade.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 40°C In The Shade

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is 40°C In The Shade about?

Stranded on a desolate road, a man ventures into the unforgiving desert in search of help. As the scorching heat and relentless thirst take their toll, he begins to see mirages that blur the line between illusion and reality. The desert, like a living, breathing force, twists his perception, drawing him deeper into a maze of illusions that feel hauntingly real. As he fights to maintain his grip on reality, he realizes that the true danger may not be the desert itself, but the shadows it casts within his mind.

Who directed 40°C In The Shade?

40°C In The Shade was directed by Flavio González Mello.

Who stars in 40°C In The Shade?

The principal cast of 40°C In The Shade includes Rodrigo Murray, Jesús Ochoa, Memo Villegas.

When was 40°C In The Shade released and how long is it?

40°C In The Shade was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 14m.

Who composed the musical score for 40°C In The Shade?

The original motion picture soundtrack for 40°C In The Shade was composed by Daniel Hidalgo.