Benjamin Jacob Fernandez Foster is a pioneering first-generation Cuban-American film director and activist, whose impressive body of work has garnered widespread recognition and acclaim in the independent film industry. Among his most notable achievements are the direction of the award-winning independent films "Time Trap" (2017) and "Strings (I)" (2011),as well as the production of the thought-provoking social awareness documentary "Lunch Hour".
Foster's family ties to the world of cinema are a testament to his passion and dedication to the craft. His great-uncle, the legendary Cuban filmmaker Tomás Gutiérrez Alea, left an indelible mark on the industry with his iconic works, including the critically acclaimed films "Strawberry and Chocolate" (1993),"Guantanamera" (1995),"Stories of the Revolution" (1960),and "Hasta cierto punto" (1983).
