The Head-Eater (2024)

A somber doubt shakes me, can I drown in the sky?

The Head-Eater (2024) poster

In a city where young people disappear, Anya goes through the process of losing her best friend, Mayra, after she transfers to another school. Anya's loneliness and sadness attract Orion, an alien who attaches to her head, but which no one else sees. He manipulates Anya's dreams to convince her to go to his planet, but she clings to her chaotic reality.

Director: Francisco Ríos Telles
Genre: Horror, Fantasy, Drama
Runtime: 25 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: César Ortiz
Editing: Francisco Ríos Telles
Country: Peru
Language: Español
Budget: $2,668
Original Language: en

Themes

Mental Struggles and the Power of Love, Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Mental Health and Inner Struggle, Childish Innocence Lost Forever

Keywords

depression, coming of age, mental illness, independent film

More Films by Director: Francisco Ríos Telles
More Films in Genre: Horror, Fantasy, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Head-Eater about?
In a city where young people disappear, Anya goes through the process of losing her best friend, Mayra, after she transfers to another school. Anya's loneliness and sadness attract Orion, an alien who attaches to her head, but which no one else sees. He manipulates Anya's dreams to convince her to go to his planet, but she clings to her chaotic reality.
Who directed The Head-Eater?
The Head-Eater was directed by Francisco Ríos Telles.
Who stars in The Head-Eater?
The Head-Eater stars Gabriela Gutiérrez, Nicole Ángeles, Jenny Hurtado, Ana Cárdenas, Francisco Ríos Telles.
How long is The Head-Eater?
The Head-Eater has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
What genre is The Head-Eater?
The Head-Eater is a Horror, Fantasy, Drama film.
What is the budget of The Head-Eater?
The Head-Eater had a budget of $2,668.
Where was The Head-Eater produced?
The Head-Eater was produced in Peru.
What are the themes of The Head-Eater?
The themes of The Head-Eater include: Mental Struggles and the Power of Love, Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Mental Health and Inner Struggle, Childish Innocence Lost Forever.