Juan Carlos Tabío

A craftsman of Cuban cinema, Juan Carlos Tabío was born in 1943 in Havana, Cuba and launched his directorial career in the mid-1980s. He is best known for his work in the comedy and drama genres, with his most famous films being "Strawberry and Chocolate" and "Guantanamera", both of which garnered international acclaim and awards, including a Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. Tabío's authorial style is characterized by a delicate balance of humor and social criticism, often highlighting the complexities and contradictions of contemporary Cuban society. Juan Carlos Tabío, with his keen eye for the subtleties of human nature and his enduring love for his homeland, has etched an indelible mark on the world of cinema.