Jon Garaño

Renowned Spanish filmmaker Jon Garaño was born in 1974 in San Sebastián, Spain, and began his active directorial career in the early 2000s. Recognized for his work in drama and mystery genres, his most famous films include "Loreak" ("Flowers"), which was the first Basque-language film shortlisted for the Best Foreign Language Film category at the Oscars, and "Handia" ("Giant"), a historical drama that won ten Goya Awards. Garaño's authorial style is characterized by his deep exploration of Basque history and culture, and his exquisite ability to capture human emotions on the screen.

Jon Garaño, with his unwavering dedication to his art and his homeland, has not only made significant contributions to Spanish cinema, but has also played a vital role in bringing Basque stories to an international audience.