Ana Asensio

Renowned Spanish director, Ana Asensio, was born in 1978 in Madrid, Spain. She has been active in the film industry since the early 2000s, predominantly working within the genres of drama and thriller, with her most acclaimed film being "Most Beautiful Island" that won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2017 SXSW Film Festival. Asensio's authorial style is often characterized by her unique exploration of immigrant experiences, with a particular focus on the struggles and anxieties of living in a foreign land. As a director, Ana Asensio has a remarkable ability to weave narratives that are deeply personal and yet universally relatable, making her one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary cinema.