El ojo mágico

Carlos is left outside his apartment in his bathrobe and underwear. The door is locked and he has no keys. There seems to be no one in the building except Jose, his neighbor across the street, whom he asks for help after avoiding doing so. They both like each other, but have never dared to confess it. They have avoided each other out of fear. As Carlos tries to contact a locksmith in the neighbor's living room the sexual tension between them becomes evident.

Directed by Daniel Ruiz Sierra, El ojo mágico leans on a strong ensemble — Leonardo Angelone, Julián Montoya — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2024.