-What and who has inspired you the most in your artistic career?

Throughout my career, the world of fantasy cinema, particularly those involving extraterrestrial life, has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration for me. For example, films like “A.I. Artificial Intelligence”, directed by Steven Spielberg, and “Contact” by Robert Zemeckis, with their imaginative worlds, have fueled my creativity and driven me to explore the infinite possibilities of visual storytelling. However, over time, I felt a growing need to move towards a more concrete and tangible dimension. This evolution has led me to passionately embrace the direction of realistic documentaries, where I can tell true stories and provide a more authentic and profound view of the world around us.
For me, realism is essential: I enjoy observing and capturing protagonists during a period of their lives, allowing them to occupy the frame, much like in a theater of the big screen. In this way, I can tell real stories, enabling viewers to immerse themselves in the lives of the subjects without filters, much like in theater, but with the power of cinema.
Today, in terms of imagery, I am deeply inspired by Wes Anderson, a director known for creating unique cinematic worlds through his unmistakable visual style, characterized by impeccable symmetry, a pastel color palette, and meticulous attention to detail. His storytelling approach, which blends elements of realism with a surreal aesthetic, has influenced me in finding the right balance between the concreteness of reality and visual beauty, even in my documentaries.

-Every true artist is also a revolutionary against power. Do you think there is still room today to express one’s revolution through art?

I believe so, but I also like to consider the power of the soul that resides within each of us. This artistic power not only challenges external forms of power, such as political and social structures, but also explores and confronts inner dynamics and personal power.
We all possess an internal power that we can liberate, although we often face difficulties in doing so. This power represents our deepest convictions, fears, desires, and aspirations. Art has the unique ability to reflect and illuminate these inner aspects, offering a path of self-discovery and transformation. Through art, we can confront our personal challenges, explore our identity, and seek inner balance.
In this context, the director plays a crucial role: they must strive to convey and express this internal power through their films and worldview. This vision can sometimes go against dominant conventions and external forces. In this way, art becomes not only a means to challenge external authorities but also a tool to reveal and manifest the beauty and truth hidden within us.

As someone once said, “Beauty will save the world”.

-We live in a world where, unfortunately, war still exists. Do you believe that if there were more dissemination of art through the media and social networks, the world would be a more peaceful place?

I do not believe that a greater dissemination of art through media and social networks would necessarily make the world a more peaceful place. True beauty, in fact, emanates from within each of us and is not merely a reflection of what we see on the outside. Confronting the harsh realities and difficulties of life can, in fact, help us rediscover and value hidden fragments of beauty within ourselves. By uniting these pieces, we can achieve a deeper and more authentic understanding of beauty, revealed through our process of introspection and inner reflection.
For instance, in my work as a filmmaker, when I create documentaries that explore stories not traditionally positive, I strive to infuse them with an aesthetic dimension through the art of visual composition. My goal is to uncover and reveal intrinsic beauty even in complex and challenging contexts, seeking a balance between raw reality and its artistic representation. In this way, I hope to provide a perspective that allows us to appreciate the hidden beauty even in the most nuanced and painful situations.

-Are you working on a new project? If so, can you give us a sneak peek?

Yes, I’m working on a new project that I’m very excited about. It’s a documentary that follows the story of a young man who decides to travel the world with his dog, seeking to distance himself from his relationships and responsibilities. Initially, the journey represents an escape from reality and an opportunity to explore new horizons. However, as he moves from place to place, he gradually realizes that he was actually trying to run away from himself. The documentary delves into this journey of self-discovery, where travel becomes a metaphor for inner exploration and reconciliation with one’s past and emotions. I hope it will be ready for release in the early months of 2025.
I am also working on writing an introspective short film, but I can’t reveal any more details about it at this time.