Nicolás Pereda is a Mexican filmmaker and visual artist born in Toronto, Canada in 1980. He studied film directing at the Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica in Mexico City.
Pereda's debut feature length film, "Girimunho" (2009), was a critical success and won numerous prizes, including the top prize at the Rotterdam Film Festival. The film tells the story of a young girl who moves to the countryside with her family, and her struggles to find her place in the world.
Pereda's subsequent films, "Summer of Goliath" (2010) and "We Are What We Are" (2013), have established him as one of the leading figures of contemporary Mexican cinema. Both films were widely praised by critics and audiences alike, and won numerous awards. In 2014, Pereda won the Best Director award at the Guadalajara International Film Festival for his film "The Dark of the Sun".
Pereda's films often explore themes of family, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. His visual style is characterized by minimalistic, naturalistic cinematography and a documentary-like approach. He has a keen eye for detail, and his films often feature long takes and observational camerawork that allow the audience to experience the story in a unique and intimate way.
Pereda has also made several short films and art installations, and has collaborated with other filmmakers such as Lucrecia Martel and Cristián Jiménez. His work has been exhibited in various international film festivals, including Cannes, Toronto, and Locarno.
In 2017, Pereda received a Guggenheim Fellowship for his work, and was named one of the 25 New Faces of Independent Film by Filmmaker Magazine. He is currently working on his fourth feature film, "The Burning", which is scheduled for release in 2020.
Nicolás Pereda is a highly acclaimed filmmaker and visual artist whose work has garnered international recognition. He is a master storyteller whose films explore complex themes with an intimate and naturalistic style. His unique vision and artistry have earned him a place among the most important figures in Mexican cinema today.
