Aristotle and Dante Discover The Secrets Of Universe, written and directed by Aitch Alberto, is a film about two queer Mexican boys who discover deep secrets within themselves over the course of a school year.
The movie is an adaptation of Benjamin Alire Sáenz YA novel of the same name.Aristotle (Max Pelayo) introduces the audience to his family, and life as a high school student.
He’s not interested in being one of the cool kids, he wants something more than a provincial life in 1985 New Mexico. However, a chance encounter with Dante (Reese Gonzales), a young man he meets at the local pool, leads to an intense year for him.
Aristotle’s Father Jamie (Eugenio Derbez) mopes about the house in a melancholic mood, which is why he’s closer to his Mother Liliana (Veronica Falcon).
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