Carlos Santos

Carlos Santos

Carlos Santos: A Master of Lusophone Cinema. Born in 1952 in Lisbon, Portugal, Carlos Santos has been an active film director since 1975, specializing in drama and documentary genres. His most renowned works include "Echoes of the Past" and "Journey to the Edge", with the former earning him a prestigious award at the Venice Film Festival due to its profound storytelling and evocative cinematography. Santos' authorial style is marked by his passionate exploration of human emotions and the historical context of his native Portugal. Carlos Santos, with his deep-set eyes and quiet demeanor, radiates a silent intensity that is as compelling as the films he so masterfully creates.