Chus Lara

Name: Alicia (2023)
Released: 2023-10-01
Rating: 8.5

Cinematographer, director, and producer. Graduated in cinematography (ECAM) and in History (UAM). His work behind the camera has been instrumental in the creation of internationally acclaimed short films such as: "Abracitos" (Tony Morales, 2020) with over 50 selections and 20 significant international awards including Fantasia Festival, Fantastic Fest, Screamfest, and Fantasporto; "El sueño de los perros" (Dídac Gimeno, 2021) showcased at Sitges 2021; "Alicia" (Tony Morales, 2023) honored with the Silver Biznaga for Best Fiction Short Film at the Málaga Film Festival, as well as the Audience Award at Fancine Málaga, with multiple selections in genre festivals and nominations for the Méliès d'argent. As a director (also serving as cinematographer and producer), he made his debut in 2023 with "El Cristo de la Calavera", premiered at Screamfest (Los Angeles, USA) and selected for screenings at Filmquest (Utah, USA), Panic Fest (Missouri, USA), Fantastic Film Fest Australia (Australia), and Isla Calavera (Spain).