Baltasar Kormákur

The Icelandic maestro of the lens, Baltasar Kormákur, was born in Reykjavík, Iceland in 1966 and has been actively directing films since 2000. He specializes in crafting thrilling dramas and action films, with his most renowned works including '101 Reykjavík', 'The Deep', and 'Everest', the latter earning him international recognition and several awards including a nomination for the Crystal Globe at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. Kormákur's authorial style is characterized by his skill at capturing raw human emotion against the backdrop of stark, often harsh, landscapes that highlight the struggle of his characters.

Baltasar Kormákur, with his inherent ability to weave gripping narratives amidst the rugged beauty of Iceland, is a director who paints with a palette of courage, resilience, and human endurance.