Andrucha Waddington

Brazilian dynamo of the movie world, Andrucha Waddington was born in 1970, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and has been actively directing films since the mid-1990s. Known primarily for his work in drama and comedy, Waddington's most notable films include "Me You Them" and "The House of Sand," both of which earned him critical acclaim and several awards, including at the Cannes Film Festival. His directorial style is characterized by a keen sense of the human experience, often showcasing the depth and complexity of his characters through a realist lens. Waddington, a true master of storytelling, is not just a director; he's a poet of film, painting vivid pictures of Brazilian life and culture.