Javier Marco is a renowned Spanish film director, whose impressive professional journey has been marked by numerous accolades and recognitions in the film industry.
Marco's feature film debut, Josefina, garnered significant attention and critical acclaim, as it was selected to participate in the prestigious New Directors competitive section of the San Sebastian Film Festival. Moreover, this remarkable achievement was followed by a trio of nominations for the Goya Awards 2022, a testament to the director's exceptional storytelling skills and cinematic vision.
Prior to his feature film endeavors, Marco had already made a name for himself in the short film circuit, with a string of critically acclaimed shorts, including Classmate, El vestido, Uno, Muero por volver, and A la cara. The latter, in particular, stood out for its exceptional quality, as it went on to win the Goya Award for best fiction short film in 2021.
Marco's talent and dedication to his craft have also been recognized by various prominent film institutions. In 2020, he was selected to participate in the esteemed Berlinale Talents program, a platform that provides a unique opportunity for emerging filmmakers to hone their skills and connect with industry professionals. Furthermore, Marco was invited to the Spanish Film Academy Residence 2021-2022, where he had the chance to develop his second feature film, A la cara, based on his acclaimed short film of the same name.
