Tótem
Synopsis
In a bustling Mexican household, seven-year-old Sol is swept up in a whirlwind of preparations for the birthday party for her father, Tona, led by her mother, aunts, and other relatives. As the day goes on, building to an event both anticipated and dreaded, Sol begins to understand the gravity of the celebration this year and watches as her family does the same.
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Official US Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-11-14
Top Cast
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Naíma Sentíes
Sol
Montserrat Marañon
Nuri
Marisol Gasé
Alejandra
Saori Gurza
Esther
Mateo García Elizondo
Tonatiuh
Teresa Sánchez
Cruz
Iazua Larios
Lucía
Alberto Amador
Roberto
Juan Francisco Maldonado
Napo
Marisela Villaruel
Lúdica
Galia Mayer
Isa
Lukas Urkijo
Chavita
José Manuel Poncelis
Tío Octavio
Alioth Gutiérrez
Tía Aurora
Rodrigo Lamas
Arielito
Abel Sánchez
Kayú
Pepe Aguilar
Iván
Georgina Tábora
Tía Claudia
Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 3, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 10, 2025
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$163K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lila Avilés
- Screenplay & Story
- Lila Avilés
- Original Score
- Thomas Becka
- Original Title
- Tótem
- Country of Origin
- Denmark, France, Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Worldwide Gross
- $163K
- Production Studios
- Limerencia Films, Paloma Productions, Alpha Violet Production, Laterna Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lila Avilés
Lila Avilés
Thomas Becka
Diego Tenorio
Omar Guzmán
Salma Hayek Pinault, José Tamez, Siobhan Flynn, Tatiana Graullera, Louise Riousse
Department Leadership Roster
Lila Avilés
Director
Thomas Becka
Original Music Composer
Nohemi Gonzalez
Production Design
José Tamez
Producer
Siobhan Flynn
Producer
Alexander Marthin
Visual Effects Supervisor
Tatiana Graullera
Producer
Diego Tenorio
Director of Photography
Omar Guzmán
Editor
Louise Riousse
Producer
Lila Avilés
Writer
Nora Solís
Costume Design
Jimena Fernández
Costume Design
Lila Avilés
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Risk Behavior • Stressful Scenes
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tótem
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What is Tótem about?
In a bustling Mexican household, seven-year-old Sol is swept up in a whirlwind of preparations for the birthday party for her father, Tona, led by her mother, aunts, and other relatives. As the day goes on, building to an event both anticipated and dreaded, Sol begins to understand the gravity of the celebration this year and watches as her family does the same.
Who directed Tótem?
Tótem was directed by Lila Avilés.
Who stars in Tótem?
The principal cast of Tótem includes Naíma Sentíes, Montserrat Marañon, Marisol Gasé, Saori Gurza, Mateo García Elizondo.
When was Tótem released and how long is it?
Tótem was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
How much did Tótem make at the box office?
Tótem grossed $163K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Tótem?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tótem was composed by Thomas Becka.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tótem?
Tótem holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).