Emil Gallardo is a talented Mexican-American writer-director who has achieved great success in the film industry. As a 2020 HBO Directing Fellow and recipient of Panavision's Future Filmmaker award, he has been recognized for his exceptional skills in storytelling. Additionally, he was named one of the Austin Film Festival's twenty-five screenwriters to watch in 2021.
Before achieving fame, Emil started his career as a production assistant on softcore porn sets. He then moved to the AD department and worked on various independent and studio productions, gaining valuable experience and skills.
It wasn't until several years later that Emil began writing and directing his own films. His most recent film, 1, 2, 3, All Eyes on Me, has received widespread acclaim and recognition. The film, which tells the story of a crisis that engulfs an elementary school, qualified for the 2021 Oscars and won several awards, including the Grand Prix award at HollyShorts and a Jury Award at the Austin Film Festival.
Emil's film also received a nomination for a John Singleton Impact Award, which recognizes storytellers who give a voice to the underrepresented and inspire change through filmmaking. His film was acquired by HBO and is now available to watch.
In all of his work, Emil strives to tell unforgettable stories that stand out for their authenticity and willingness to confront uncomfortable truths. His upcoming film, Asylum, is a powerful story about the injustices migrant children endure, and is a testament to his commitment to telling important and impactful stories.
