PRESS

"The duo’s perspectives in the sci-fi genre add nuance to Latino filmmaking."

"When the proverbial smoke clears, it manages to balance incisive commentary and humor, all the while stubbornly raising its middle finger to automation."

"Audience Award for Best Narrative Short"

"It’s inspirational with a tinge of just the right kind of humor to propel a fun film and strong message at once."

"The Ballad of Tita and the Machines is Miguel Angel Caballero’s venture in sci-fi."

"Caballero clearly meant this piece to be a motivational rallying point about the tenacity and superiority of the human spirit."

"By incorporating humor, the film addresses the dehumanizing nature of AI while emphasizing the importance of supporting the work of living people."

"A visually stunning experience. One that transports audiences into the heart of Tita’s story."

"filled with longing, nostalgia, courage, and homage to agricultural workers"

"Las actuaciones, fotografía, música y efectos especiales, llevan al público a adentrarse en esta situación que podría volverse real en algunos años."

"Unique work of fiction"

"This film is a gem. I audibly laughed during several scenes."

"This film couldn’t be more timely with the looming fear of an AI takeover and Right-wing immigrant fearmongering against immigrants...a must-see!"

"It is an entertaining but pointed short that everyone can take something from."

"offered viewers a hard look at what AI is, or could, become."

"Miguel Angel Caballero turns to an unorthodox and exciting new savior: an elderly, queer, arthritic farmworker. "

"The Ballad of Tita and the Machines is also in the 2023 lineup."

"some genuinely hilarious instances that infuse the narrative with a definitive degree of satiric bite"

"Migrantes mexicanos contra androides de California"

"Desde un punto de la comedia el realizador junto con su elenco decidió abordar temas fuertes, para así brindar una perspectiva distinta a los espectadores."