Hugo Restrepo Explained

Hugo Restrepo
Birth Date:15 March 1950
Birth Place:Medellín, Colombia
Alma Mater:Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Occupation:Film producer, cultural critic, writer
Spouse:Patricia Schild (m.1992)
Children:1 daughter

Hugo Restrepo (born March 15, 1950) is a Colombian film producer, cultural critic, and writer,[1] renowned for his significant contributions to Colombian cinema, mainly for his films, Addictions,Subtractions (2004),and Que pase el aserrador (1984), mainly for the Neorealism movement.[2] His work has left an enduring impact on the nation's modern intellectual and cultural landscape.

Among his most acclaimed productions are Sumas y restas,[3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] Rodrigo D No Futuro,[9] and La Vendedora de Rosas—the latter two being among the first Colombian films to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival.[10] [11] [12] Known for their raw, gritty portrayal of urban life, these films have deeply resonated with audiences, and their dialogue and themes have become ingrained in Colombian popular culture.

Biography

Hugo Restrepo was born on March 15, 1950, in Medellín, Colombia as one of 10 children. His father, Hugo Restrepo Sr., was a known figure in the country's public and commercial transport industry, which he helped establish in the early 20th century. His mother, Fanny, was a homemaker.

Restrepo completed his primary and secondary education at the Pontifical Bolivarian University before earning a degree in Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia in Medellín. Despite his academic focus on geology, Restrepo nurtured a passion for cinema, which he shared with friends who would gather to watch, discuss, and later create films together.

After completing his studies, Restrepo faced the harsh realities of working in geology during a period marked by significant violent unrest in Colombia. In the 1980s, fieldwork in the country’s rural areas was particularly dangerous due to threats from guerrilla and insurgent groups. This environment prompted Restrepo to shift his focus from geology to cinema, a field he saw as a safer and more fulfilling career path.

His journey into film production became inseparable from his collaboration with the Colombian filmmaker Victor Gaviria. They met through a mutual friend, and at the time, Gaviria had already gained recognition for his award-winning writing. Together with Jorge Mario Vélez, Restrepo and Gaviria founded Tiempos Modernos in 1983, one of Medellín's first independent film production companies. After the sale of Tiempos Modernos, the partners went on to establish La Ducha Fría Producciones, continuing their work in Colombian cinema.

In 1992, Restrepo married lawyer Patricia Schild, and the following year, the couple welcomed their daughter. While Restrepo had long been involved in writing short stories and collaborating on the screenplays of his films, it wasn't until Sumas y restas[13] [14] [15] that he officially co-authored a screenplay with Víctor Gaviria, solidifying his role as both a producer and writer in Colombian cinema.

Audiovisual and film productions

Hugo Restrepo's filmography showcases his focus on social realism and urban narratives that have influenced the country's cultural landscape. His productions, many of which have received national and international acclaim, reflect his commitment to portraying the realities of life in Colombia.

Selected Filmography and Awards

Restrepo’s body of work not only highlights his cinematic prowess but also his commitment to depicting the social and political challenges of Colombia. His films have become cultural landmarks, providing a voice to those often left out of mainstream narratives.

Screenplays

Short stories

Notes and References

  1. News: nzetas . 2017-05-17.
  2. Web site: Hugo Restrepo Actor, Writer . 2024-11-26 . IMDb . en-US.
  3. Web site: Cómo filmó Gaviria – Revista La Otra . 2017-05-17 . www.laotrarevista.com . 13 October 2009 . es-ES.
  4. Web site: S.L. . Unidad Editorial Internet . Sumas y restas Cine - Metrópoli elmundo.es . 2017-05-17 . www.elmundo.es.
  5. News: Cine Colombiano: SUMAS Y RESTAS Proimágenes Colombia . 2017-05-17.
  6. Web site: Tiempo . Casa Editorial El . 2004-09-14 . POR FIN ESTRENAN SUMAS Y RESTAS . 2017-05-17 . El Tiempo . es-CO.
  7. Web site: Sumas y restas (fr) Cinelatino . 2017-05-17 . www.cinelatino.fr . fr.
  8. News: Víctor Gaviria: 'Necesitamos películas colombianas que cuestionen lo que está pasando en el país' . 2017-05-17 . abcguionistas . es.
  9. News: nzetas . 2017-05-17.
  10. Book: Suarez . Juana . Critical Essays on Colombian Cinema and Culture . 2012 . Palgrave Macmillan . New York.
  11. Web site: Rodrigo D No Futuro . Festival de Cannes.
  12. Web site: La Vendedora de Rosas . Festival de Cannes.
  13. Web site: Hugo Restrepo .
  14. Web site: Hugo Restrepo | Actor, Writer . .
  15. Web site: Víctor Gaviria y Hugo Restrepo - Ibermedia Digital .
  16. Web site: 2006-03-16 . Premio Ariel para Sumas y restas . El Tiempo.
  17. [:es:Anexo:Ariel a mejor película iberoamericana]
  18. Web site: Sumas y Restas . Programa Ibermedia.

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