Mauricio Leiva Cock is a renowned Costa Rican film director and producer. Born in San Jose, Costa Rica in 1975, he graduated from the National Film School of Costa Rica in 1999. He is known for his unique style of filmmaking, which combines traditional narrative filmmaking with elements of experimental and documentary filmmaking.
Leiva Cock began his career directing short films, documentaries, and television commercials. His first feature film, “The Color of the Trees” (2003) was an international success, winning numerous awards at the San Sebastian Film Festival and the International Film Festival of Costa Rica. The film was also selected as the official Costa Rican entry for the Academy Awards.
Leiva Cock followed up his success with his second feature, “The Night of the Sunflower” (2008). This film received critical acclaim, winning awards at the Tribeca Film Festival and the International Film Festival of Mexico. The film was also nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2009.
Leiva Cock is also known for his political activism, which is reflected in many of his films. His third feature, “The Unseen” (2012), is a powerful drama that deals with issues of race and discrimination in Costa Rica. The film received numerous awards, including the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.
In addition to his feature films, Leiva Cock has directed numerous television series, including “Gran Hotel” (2015) and “The First Class” (2016). He has also produced films such as “The Beast of the City” (2015) and “The Garden of Eden” (2017).
Mauricio Leiva Cock is one of the most important and influential filmmakers in Costa Rica. His work has been praised for its unique visual style, its challenging themes, and its refusal to shy away from difficult topics. He continues to be a leader in the Latin American film industry, and is a role model for aspiring filmmakers.
