Carlos Gutiérrez Medrano

Carlos Gutiérrez Medrano, a visionary of Mexican animation. Born in 1978 in Guadalajara, Mexico, Medrano has been an active director since the early 2000s, primarily specializing in animated films. His most notable work includes "Salma's Big Wish" (2019), which has garnered him international acclaim and recognition, and for which he received the Best Animated Feature award at the 2019 Quirino Awards. Medrano's authorial style is characterized by its unique blend of vibrant colors, compelling storytelling, and an authentic representation of Mexican culture and folklore. Carlos Gutiérrez Medrano, with his rich imagination and deep love for his culture, paints the spirit of Mexico onto the global canvas of animation.