The film was part of the same five consecutive day production period as the short FLAT EARTHER. Both shorts utilized the same location, equipment, and crew. FLAT EARTHER was photographed on the first day, with CABECEO filming on days 2-5.
The film's story is based on an Argentine Tango routine director Brian Crewe created and performed with his ballroom dance instructor Jennifer Berry, who stars in the film. Their original routine was set to Fiona Apple's cover of "Sally's Song" from A NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS. Composer Darren Fung created an original score for the film version.