Hugo Covarrubias

Innovative and profound, Hugo Covarrubias is a celebrated Chilean animator and director. Born in 1972 in Santiago, Chile, Covarrubias has been actively contributing to the world of animation and short film since 2001, with a distinctive focus on drama and animation genres. His critically acclaimed films, such as "The Dressmaker" and "La Casa Lobo" (The Wolf House), have earned him multiple awards, including the Grand Prix at the 2018 Ottawa International Animation Festival, showcasing his unique authorial style that blends visual artistry with emotional depth. Covarrubias, through his work, provides a testament to the power of animation as a medium for telling stories that are haunting, beautiful, and uniquely human.