Marcus Alqueres

Brazilian mastermind of visual effects, Marcus Alqueres, was born in 1976 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Active in the film industry since the mid-2000s, Alqueres is recognized for his work in the genres of sci-fi and fantasy, with his most notable films including "The Flying Man" and his significant contribution to the visual effects in "300" and "Rise of the Planet of the Apes". While he might not have bagged awards at major film festivals, his distinct authorial style of blending stunning visual effects with profound narrative has garnered him immense admiration in the industry. Marcus Alqueres is not just a director, but a visionary who ceaselessly pushes the envelope in visual storytelling.