El búfalo de la noche (film)

El búfalo de la noche (English: The Night Buffalo) is a 2007 Mexican psychological thriller film directed by Jorge Gutierrez Aldana and written by Guillermo Arriaga. The film stars Diego Luna, Liz Gallardo, and Gabriel González.

The story revolves around Gregorio, a young man haunted by the suicide of his best friend, Manuel. Manuel’s girlfriend, Tania, struggles to cope with the loss as well, and Gregorio attempts to help her. As the narrative unfolds, the lines between reality and illusion blur, revealing a complex web of relationships and dark secrets. The film explores themes of guilt, grief, mental illness, and the destructive nature of secrets.

El búfalo de la noche is notable for its non-linear narrative structure and psychological depth, characteristic of Arriaga's writing style, which also emphasizes fragmented timelines and explores the characters' inner turmoil. It received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its performances and atmosphere, while others found the narrative confusing.