Our Lady of the Assassins

Fernando attends a party thrown by an old friend, where he first encounters Alexis, a charming young gay man. Immediately entranced by Alexis, he finds himself drawn to him despite his current cynicism and a desire to die.

As they spend time together, Fernando and Alexis engage in deep conversations about their lives. Fernando reminisces about his idyllic past while Alexis opens up about the violence and chaos surrounding him, revealing the darker side of his world.

Fernando discovers that Alexis is involved in gang activities and has a dangerous life as a hitman. This revelation casts a shadow over their relationship, adding a layer of danger to their budding romance.

The danger manifests as rival gangs make several assassination attempts on Alexis. Despite his skills in handling a Beretta, these close calls serve as a glaring reminder of the violent world that surrounds him.

Tragedy strikes when Alexis is killed by two youths on a motorcycle. This heartbreak is compounded by the fact that Fernando's own suicidal tendencies led to the loss of Alexis's weapon, a critical mistake during his struggles.

In the aftermath of Alexis's death, Fernando visits his mother to offer her some financial support. This visit shows his attempts to reconnect with his roots even as he grapples with profound grief.

While wandering the streets in a daze, Fernando meets Wilmar, a young man who strikingly resembles Alexis. This resemblance ignites a spark in Fernando, leading him to invite Wilmar to lunch.

Fernando's lunch with Wilmar develops into a new romantic relationship. This affair stirs up unresolved feelings from his time with Alexis, intensifying the emotional turmoil within Fernando.

The joy of the new relationship is shattered when Fernando discovers Wilmar is also involved in violence. The revelation that Wilmar was responsible for shooting Alexis hits Fernando hard, plunging him back into despair.

Fueled by anger and sorrow, Fernando vows to take revenge for Alexis’s death. However, this desire for revenge turns complicated as he learns that Alexis had instigated the violence by killing Wilmar's brother.

As Wilmar prepares to say goodbye to his mother before escaping the violence, his tragic fate looms ahead. This moment foreshadows another senseless act of violence that will mark the continuation of this cycle.

In a heart-wrenching turn, Wilmar meets his untimely end, adding another victim to the cycle of violence that entraps Fernando. This death leaves Fernando reeling, mired in despair and regret.

Lastly, Fernando is left grappling with overwhelming sorrow as he contemplates the relentless brutality of his environment. The unresolved grief and hopelessness suggest he may succumb to the same fate as those he loved.