Platero 2010
Director Marco Berger delivers a sultry, sun-soaked slice-of-life in *Platero (2010)*, a 15-minute short that pulses with the heat of a restless summer day. At its heart is Walter, a sensitive young man hopelessly smitten with his sister's boyfriend, Platero.
Director: Marco Berger
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platero (2010) about?
*Platero (2010)* follows Walter, a young man consumed by a secret crush on his sister's boyfriend during a languid summer afternoon. His fragile world shifts when he overhears a casual remark about Platero's indiscriminate appetite for romance, pushing him to confront the fragile boundaries between desire and reality.
Who directed Platero?
The film was directed by Marco Berger, an Argentine filmmaker known for exploring themes of masculinity and queer identity in his intimate, atmospheric works.
Who stars in Platero?
The short film stars Mariano Contreras as Walter and Víctor Anelli as Platero, delivering understated yet emotionally charged performances.
Is Platero (2010) worth watching?
Though unrated, *Platero (2010)* is a compelling watch for fans of character-driven, slice-of-life cinema with LGBTQ+ themes. Its brief runtime packs a surprising emotional punch, making it ideal for viewers seeking nuanced storytelling over flashy spectacle.
How long is Platero?
The runtime of *Platero (2010)* is 15 minutes.
About Platero (2010) — A Short Film of Summer Desire and Unspoken Love
Director Marco Berger delivers a sultry, sun-soaked slice-of-life in *Platero (2010)*, a 15-minute short that pulses with the heat of a restless summer day. At its heart is Walter, a sensitive young man hopelessly smitten with his sister's boyfriend, Platero. When a careless comment—"Platero would bang anything"—floats through the air, Walter's crumbling crush teeters on the edge of confrontation. Berger crafts an intimate, almost voyeuristic atmosphere, where desire simmers beneath the surface of casual conversation and the weight of unspoken longing hangs heavy. Based on a subtext from Natalia Moret's classic tale, this film distills raw emotion into a compact, quietly explosive narrative.
The tension in *Platero (2010)* isn't in grand gestures, but in the flicker of glances and the sting of overheard words. As the mercury rises, so does Walter's pulse, his infatuation colliding with the unflinching reality of Platero's indifference. Berger's direction is restrained yet potent, painting a portrait of adolescent longing where every silence speaks volumes. Stripped of melodrama, this short film lingers like a half-remembered dream—intense, fleeting, and impossible to shake.