When an overwrought, angst-ridden, drug addicted filmmaker (Sebastián Silva playing a fictional version of himself) unexpectedly meets a wacky, unhinged comedian/social media influencer (Jordan Firstman playing a fictional version of himself) at a gay Mexican beach resort, the troubled director does all he can to distance himself from his new acquaintance when he becomes interminably annoying, especially in his…
A (almost) true mystery.
A filmmaker facing an existential crisis goes on a vacation to a Mexican gay nudist beach, where he meets a social media celebrity who convinces him to collaborate with him on his new TV show. But one disappears and another embarks on a wild journey through Mexico City to find him.
Top Cast
Sebastián Silva
Sebastián Silva
Jordan Firstman
Jordan Firstman
Catalina Saavedra
Señora Vero
Mateo Riestra
Mateo
Martine Gutierrez
Martine
Alberto Rafael Cortés
Beto
Anajo Aldrete
Renata
Gustavo Melgarejo
Lalo
Juan Andrés Silva
Juan
Beltrán Horisberger
Mexican Daddy
Gerardo Sierra
Gustavo
Jacob Wasserman
Gringo at La Plaza
Rod Keller
Sasha (HBO Executive)
Vitter Leija
Victor
Alberto Bustamante
Jordan's Friend
Joaquín Guillemí
Jordan's Friend
Reviews
Most folks here just use their own names, so it's easy to follow the characterisations as dysfunctional, ketamine-loving, "Sebastián" (Silva) encounters the drowning "influencer" Jordan Firstman in trouble just off a nudist beach. Rescued and grateful, the doggy-paddler invites his new saviour to hang out with him and his collection of "accommodating" gay groupies. This isn't quite his scene though, especially when…
FAQ about Rotting in the Sun
What is Rotting in the Sun about?
A filmmaker facing an existential crisis goes on a vacation to a Mexican gay nudist beach, where he meets a social media celebrity who convinces him to collaborate with him on his new TV show. But one disappears and another embarks on a wild journey through Mexico City to find…
When was Rotting in the Sun released?
Rotting in the Sun was released in 2023.
What genres does Rotting in the Sun belong to?
Rotting in the Sun is categorised as Comedy, Thriller.
Who stars in Rotting in the Sun?
The cast of Rotting in the Sun includes Sebastián Silva, Jordan Firstman, Catalina Saavedra, Mateo Riestra, Martine Gutierrez.