---
title: "The Trace of Your Lips"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-trace-of-your-lips-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1089791
imdb_id: "tt26763353"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 81
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 10
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Trace of Your Lips (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-trace-of-your-lips-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film is set in a world where a pandemic has caused widespread lockdowns and restrictions. The story revolves around the lives of two men, one of whom is an actor working in low-budget films, and the other an essential worker from an indigenous background. They live in an apartment complex, with the actor isolated in his apartment and the essential worker allowed to come and go by the authorities. The two men meet online, where they can engage in video calls and communicate with each other. Their online interactions eventually lead to a desire to break free from their lockdown restrictions. The film explores the complexities of their situation and the consequences of their actions.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two neighbors separated by lockdown navigate a digital romance while confined to their respective apartments."

### Why Watch
- unique digital connection premise
- authentic character-driven drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow-paced narrative
- limited physical interaction
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains themes of isolation and pandemic-related stress.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intimate, melancholic, romantic, quarantine-themed

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | YouTube TV, Dekkoo | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Dekkoo | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Dekkoo | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Julián Hernández
- **Networks / Studios**: Mil Nubes-Cine

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hugo Catalán** as *Román*
- **Mauricio Rico** as *Aldo*
- **Luis Vegas** as *Diego*
- **Pascacio López** as *Gilberto*
- **Mauro González** as *Pedro*
- **Giovanna Zacarías** as *Lady*
- **Aketzaly Verástegui** as *Meche*
- **Pocholito Tamayo** as *Daniel*
- **César Romero Medrano** as *Director*
- **Claudio Pedreira** as *Guard*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
The story follows an actor and an essential worker who develop a relationship through online communication while under lockdown.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on June 17, 2023.

### Q: What genres does the film fall under?
The film is categorized as a drama and romance.

### Q: How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 21 minutes.

### Q: Can the characters meet in person?
The characters are restricted by lockdown measures, which prevents them from meeting in person despite living in the same apartment complex.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*