“It's more enjoyable for me to know that life is finite. Knowing that, I would like to go to a party. When you get to the holidays, if you think that the holidays will be forever, you just take it for granted. But, if you know that you have just three days at the beach, you will be so happy to be there every day.”

Mexican filmmaker, active since the 1990s. He is known for his visually striking, emotionally layered narratives that explore human resilience and existential questions, earning critical acclaim for works like *Amores Perros* and *The Revenant*. His directorial approach often emphasizes long takes and naturalistic performances.