José Alberto Pinheiro

A master of contemporary Portuguese cinema, José Alberto Pinheiro was born in 1974 in Amarante, Portugal. Active in the film industry since the late 90s, Pinheiro primarily works within the genres of drama and mystery, with his most renowned films including the critically acclaimed "The Baron" and "A Morte de Carlos Gardel". Although he has not yet been honored at major film festivals, his distinct authorial style, characterized by an intimate exploration of human relationships and an atmospheric visual storytelling, is widely recognized and respected. José Alberto Pinheiro is a poignant director who, through his lens, tenderly unfolds the nuances of the human condition.