"The air belongs to those who dream" is a short film that intends to explore grief and the possibility of resilience through sport. The story focuses on Alejandro, a migrant who returns to Mexico to reunite with his family, face the death of his father and return to his hometown where many things have changed. This story is born from a personal exploration of grief and territory, from exposing the vulnerability that we carry within us, our losses, the people we have lost and sometimes even our dreams, but also from the courage and the faith that we imbue every day, and the will to transcend our deepest pains. Sometimes there’s an actual possibility of transforming the things that surround us, and just let the darkest emotions go away among the lightness of the wind.

Amaury Barrera is a young film director born in Mexico City. With a passion for narrative and emotion in each of his pieces, he seeks to give life to new ways of telling and saying through his images. His work often explores themes of identity, territory, grief, vulnerability, dreams. He possesses a powerful aesthetic that seeks not only to have a precious intention, but also to understand the symbolism that surrounds each image, creating a captivating cinematographic experience for the public. His dedication and hard work have ensured that his pieces have been recognized and acclaimed at various film festivals, both nationally and internationally. His unique storytelling style and attention to detail have earned him nominations and awards, further cementing his position as an up-and-coming talent in the industry. The passion that he puts into each project comes from an artistic and personal search in which he combines himself; dedication, courage and transcendence.