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Boris Acosta is a renowned filmmaker known for his innovative and visually stunning adaptations of Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy. Born in the United States to an Italian and Portuguese family, Acosta is fluent in English, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Acosta's passion for filmmaking began at a young age. At eight years old, he built his first film projector using a magnifying glass, wooden box, and light. He then went on to study Italian Literature at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA),where he earned a degree.
Acosta's impressive credentials have earned him a high reputation in Hollywood and among Dante scholars worldwide. In 2008, he achieved a remarkable feat by petitioning and obtaining a pardon for Dante Alighieri's exile, a task that had gone unattempted for 700 years.
Throughout his life, Acosta has lived and worked in various countries, including the United States, Italy, Austria, Canada, Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina. His extensive travels have undoubtedly influenced his unique perspective and approach to filmmaking.
As a filmmaker, Acosta has worn many hats, from producer to director, and has worked on a range of projects, including math tutorial films and his magnum opus, The Divine Comedy - Dante's Inferno, Purgatory, and Paradise. His dedication to his craft and his unwavering convictions have solidified his position as a respected figure in the film industry.
