“It’s not the death you wanted but a death I can give you”.

Hummingbirds (2023) is a coming of age love story between Toñito and Carlito who are both coping with their respective existential crises regarding their relationship and their families. Toñito and Carlito are forced to navigate Toñito's suicidal ideation after it is triggered by his estranged family inviting him to his brother's wedding. The two reflect on their families and wonder if they can stand the test of time in the absence of their loved ones.

Prod Co: Bouy Films
Dir/Cinematographer/Editor: Ricardo Bouyett
Line Producer/Production Designer: Daisy Cardenas
Wardrobe Supervisor/Art Director: Sar Cohen
Intimacy Coordinator: Sheryl Williams
Assistant Editor: John Osment
Film Composers: Mich Shirey + Nick Fane
Production Assistants: Alex Casco + Luz Derrington
Camera Rental: Alfredo Castil

Filmed in Chicago, Illinois

Premiered on Retrospective of Jupiter as an Official Selection
Honorable Mention - Best Cinematography
April 2023 edition of the Athens International Monthly Film Festival

Finalist & Nominee for Best U.S. Short
Winner for Best Writing (U.S. Short Drama)
Winner for Best Coming of Age Short
Merced Queer Film Festival 2023

Official Selection at the 2023 Poulsbo Film Festival
Official selection at the Next Generation Filmmakers Forum 2024

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