Carlos Bolado
Encyclopedia
Carlos Bolado is a Mexican filmmaker.
He studied cinematography
(CUEC) and sociology
both in the same university, the UNAM. He has worked as a soundman and editor on several films. After making several short films, he ventured into the genre of film features with the film Baja California: The Limit of Time. The debut that brought high praise from both critics and the general public, becoming entitled to seven Ariel Award
s, the highest recognition that Film academy awards in Mexico
.
Later on, he co-directed Promises, which was nominated for an Oscar for best documentary. In 2006 he premiered his film God knows, starring Diego Luna
and Alice Braga
, with good reviews.
In early June of 2011, Helios Productions announced it had hired Bolado to direct a thriller/horror feature entitled Malevolence, written by Hugh Sterbakov. Filming is to begin in late August on location in Alaska
.
He studied cinematography
Cinematography
Cinematography is the making of lighting and camera choices when recording photographic images for cinema. It is closely related to the art of still photography...
(CUEC) and sociology
Sociology
Sociology is the study of society. It is a social science—a term with which it is sometimes synonymous—which uses various methods of empirical investigation and critical analysis to develop a body of knowledge about human social activity...
both in the same university, the UNAM. He has worked as a soundman and editor on several films. After making several short films, he ventured into the genre of film features with the film Baja California: The Limit of Time. The debut that brought high praise from both critics and the general public, becoming entitled to seven Ariel Award
Ariel Award
The Ariel is the Mexican Academy of Film Award. It has been awarded annually since 1947. The award recognizes excellence in motion picture making, such as acting, directing and screenwriting in Mexican cinema. It is considered the most prestigious award in the Mexican movie industry.- History :The...
s, the highest recognition that Film academy awards in Mexico
Mexico
The United Mexican States , commonly known as Mexico , is a federal constitutional republic in North America. It is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of...
.
Later on, he co-directed Promises, which was nominated for an Oscar for best documentary. In 2006 he premiered his film God knows, starring Diego Luna
Diego Luna
Diego Luna is a Mexican actor known for his childhood telenovela work, a starring role in the film Y tu mamá también, and supporting roles in American films. He is also known for his roles in Rudo y Cursi and Milk. Luna also had minor roles in Frida and Before Night Falls...
and Alice Braga
Alice Braga
Alice Braga Moraes is a Brazilian actress. She has appeared in several Brazilian films, most notably as Angélica in 2002's highly acclaimed City of God and as Karina in 2005's Lower City...
, with good reviews.
In early June of 2011, Helios Productions announced it had hired Bolado to direct a thriller/horror feature entitled Malevolence, written by Hugh Sterbakov. Filming is to begin in late August on location in Alaska
Alaska
Alaska is the largest state in the United States by area. It is situated in the northwest extremity of the North American continent, with Canada to the east, the Arctic Ocean to the north, and the Pacific Ocean to the west and south, with Russia further west across the Bering Strait...
.
Films directed
- Laura (1986)
- Stroking in the mirror (1986)
- Opposite direction (1988)
- Golkobi (1990)
- Rites (1993)
- Old (1994)
- Baja California: The Limit of Time (1998)
- Promises (2001)
- Only God knows (2006)
- River of Renewal (2008)
- Tlatelolco (2010)
- MalevolenceMalevolenceMalevolence may refer to:* Evil* Hostility* Malice* Sadism-Television, film, music, comic books:* Malevolence , a 1999 film by Belle Avery* Malevolence , a 2005 film by Stevan Mena* Malevolence , a heavy metal band...
(pre-production)