The Ivy

The Ivy is a drama centering on the unexpected relationship between Azucena, a woman in her thirties, and Julio, a teenager living in a group home. After Azucena initiates a connection for reasons that remain unclear to Julio, the two spend time together. This interaction leads to a tense and uneasy intimacy that evolves into a bond neither of them anticipated.

The film was written and directed by Ana Cristina Barragán, who also directed Octopus Skin in 2026. The production was a collaboration between companies from Spain, Italy, Mexico, France, and Ecuador. Simone Bucio stars as Azucena, while Francis Eddú Llumiquinga plays Julio. The movie has a runtime of 99 minutes.