
Santiago Maza
Directing
Biography
Santiago Maza is the current director of the documentary department at La Corriente del Golfo.
Known For

Taking back the ritual of food as a space for conversation and different points of view, actor and filmmaker Diego Luna moderates conversations that unites experts and different personalities to touch on fundamental topics of universal interest in contemporary societies, accompanied by the menus of well-known Mexican chefs.
Pan y Circo

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El Tema

A compelling look at the dangerous, continuing risks committed journalists face in Mexico, where reporting on their country’s corruption and “narco politics” has led to the silencing and killing of some of their peers.
State of Silence

Kemonito, a beloved mascot of the Mexico World Wrestling Council, has suffered many injuries, but he can’t retire and lose his only means to support his family.
Kemonito: La última caída

Documentary about the aftermath of the earthquake that shook Juchitán, on the Mexican Pacific coast. It tells the story of Dxani -muxe seamstress- and Jacinto -mason- and how their lives were radically changed by the strongest earthquake that hit this community; and the poor response of the corrupt authorities.
Aftermath

The ancient carnival of a town is condemned by the Church and persecuted by the law due to the colossal amount of explosives blown up with sledgehammers during the festivity. Three men embody the distinct ways of celebrating the tradition.
The Thunder Feast

"El Baby" is a documentary that portrays the fascinating story behind the disco Baby`O. From the craziest parties to the obstacles it has had to overcome. This film exposes the nights that shaped this legendary place.
El Baby

Using their smartphones, a diverse ensemble documents their confinement and strip down the walled-in everyday life during quarantine. The Lockdown is an intimate and sincere portrait of the early months of the Covid-19 pandemic.