“When you do a film in a foreign language, you know there's a cost in it, that you know, unfortunately, the audiences of foreign language films have not been cultivated. There's a market, but the market has been reduced, unfortunately, and you know that when you're making a foreign language film, you're making a choice.”

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.