Present Tense

Lina is a filmmaker considering abandoning her professional passions for a stable, high-paying job to satisfy the expectations of her fiancé. During a visit to La Calera, her uncle attempts to steer her toward a more adventurous lifestyle. Although she is initially resistant to his influence, a meeting with a man named David forces her to confront a difficult personal choice.

This Colombian comedy-drama was written and directed by Marco Vélez Esquivia, who also served as a producer alongside Alejandro Zapata. It was the first of three films directed by Vélez Esquivia, followed by Dark Saturday and Cinema Nights. The movie features Silvia Varón in the lead role as Lina, with Miguel González playing David. The supporting cast includes Walter Luengas, Felipe Correa Estrada, Christian Gómez, and Ana María Aguilera. The production was handled by 2/4 Producciones and Lynch Anima. Released on September 2, 2023, the film has a runtime of 80 minutes.