Bruno Stagnaro

Bruno Stagnaro, the purveyor of gritty realism, was born in 1973 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Active since the mid-1990s, Stagnaro is renowned for his work in drama and crime genres, with his most notable films being "Pizza, Beer, and Cigarettes" and the TV series "Okupas", both of which achieved cult status in Argentina and won several awards. Stagnaro's distinctive style is characterized by his unflinching depiction of the harsh realities of life in Buenos Aires' underprivileged neighborhoods, often employing non-professional actors to lend authenticity to his narratives. As an artist who paints with the raw colors of urban life, Stagnaro's contributions to film offer an unvarnished glance into the human condition, reflecting the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.