João Rui Guerra da Mata, a multifaceted creative force, entered the world in 1966, in the vibrant nation of Mozambique. This ingenious art director and writer has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, with his most notable works including the critically acclaimed "The Last Time I Saw Macao" (2012),the thought-provoking "China, China" (2007),and the visually stunning "As the Flames Rose" (2012).

















