David Barba
Directing
Known For
Follows the journey of two high school teams vying for the coveted UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship title.
American Cheerleader
Figure skater Johnny Weir makes a name for himself as an Olympic champion on the ice and a controversial celebrity in the tabloids. Director David Barba shadows Weir for one year, documenting the competitions, training and inner turmoil that make up his daily existence. Weir refuses, in interviews, … Moreto answer questions regarding his rumored homosexuality, only fueling speculation about his private life. But Barba's film focuses on Weir's quest to once again prove himself at the Olympics.
Pop Star On Ice

A documentary portrait of Brazilian ballet star Marcelo Gomes.
Anatomy of a Male Ballet Dancer

An undocumented Mexican house cleaner finds something unexpected and controversial in the owners' closet. She leaves an unequivocal message.
Guadalupe

As mother and son go through their routine, recorded voicemails provide a glimpse into the progression of the disease, underscoring the frustration, isolation and burnout that comes with intensive caregiving for loved ones.
I Wanted To Hear Your Voice
A crime scene photographer is drawn into an ingenious game of images that could spell his doom in this short from filmmaker David Guillermo Barba.
Adios, para siempre

A curious teen spends an afternoon exploring an empty beach house, unaware of the security cameras keeping a close eye on him.