The first-born son of a wealthy Mexican businessman, Simon is doted upon by his father, Don Andres. But as Simon grows older, he displays a fondness for dressing in women's clothing and playing with dolls, and is eventually banished from home and disinherited. He then finds work as a performer in a nightclub that his father patronizes. Not recognizing his son as a beautiful young woman, Don Andres discloses some surprising secrets of his own.
Acting
Alberto Estrella's dual vulnerability as father and performer.
Direction
Barreda-Delgado's unflinching gaze at Mexican machismo.
Director
Miguel Barreda-Delgado
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Part of early 2000s Mexican cinema tackling LGBTQ+ themes before widespread commercial acceptance.
The title references a famous Willie Colón salsa song about machismo—Simon literally reclaims what 'gran varón' means.
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