José (2020) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2020 · 85 min · Spanish

Echo score 75

Directed by

Li Cheng

Starring

Alba Irene Lemus, Ana Cecilia Mota, Carlos Humberto Fuentes Maldonado, Cesar Lorenzo Yojcom Candido, Enrique Salanic, Esteban Lopez Ramirez

In Guatemala City, 19-year-old José navigates a challenging environment and conservative societal expectations. He finds temporary escape through secret relationships and online connections, while his mother worries about his future. When Luis, a kind-hearted migrant, enters his life, José experiences unfamiliar feelings and must confront his deepest desires, ultimately facing the potential consequences of pursuing love and self-discovery.