Director of Photography, Storyteller, Filmmaker.
"We write stories with light and darkness, movement and colors. It is a language with its own vocabulary and unlimited possibilities to express our inner thoughts and feelings."
- Vittorio Storaro -
Biography
Director of Photography, Storyteller, Filmmaker.
I think my first experience with photography was in the maternity ward when my father - a radiologist passionate about cinema - saw me for the first time through the lens of his Super 8 camera.
I grew up surrounded by equipment that could, in some way, capture and produce images. In this environment, I made my first videos with my brother and built my influences, taking my passion for the seventh art as a form of entertainment.
In 2010, I moved to New York and enrolled at the New York Film Academy in the directing program (One Year Film Making Program). After a semester, I shifted my focus to cinematography (One Year Cinematography Program) and graduated as a director of photography.
Since then, I have worked on various projects as a cinematographer and director, including feature films, short films, TV commercials, and other film experiences. These works have garnered awards, recognition, and, most importantly, a great deal of pleasure. They further fuel my passion for cinema.
Awards
Não Esqueça Mariana (2018)
This advertisement commissioned by ICAD, created by Filadélfia Comunicação agency, and produced by Brokolis do Brasil Filmes, raises the issue of the environmental impact caused by the mining dam destruction in Maria and how this important topic is often overlooked.
Winner of the National Professionals of the Year Award 2019 in the Institutional category.
Directed by: Paulo Emílio Souto Fernandes
Cinematography by: Marcelo Borja
1x1 (2017)
Charles is a poor and lonely boy in the world who sells candy at traffic lights. One day, he is chased by police officers and ends up being shot, hovering between life and death. In the hospital, he meets Dr. Oswaldo, who takes care of his recovery. Charles returns to the favela where he lived and is convinced by a friend to commit a "lightning kidnapping." During the execution of the crime, a coincidence occurs: the hostage is Dr. Oswaldo.
Winner of the Best Cinematography Award at the II Paranoá Film Festival.
Directed by: Ramon Abreu
Cinematography by: Marcelo Borja
Belo York (2016)
A blind woman in New York and a blind girl in Belo Horizonte go through an episode of Extra Sensory Perception and discover incredible things.
Winner of 3 awards at the international "100 Hour Film Race" competition, including Best Editing,
Best Screenplay, and Second Place for Best Film.
Directed by: Marcelo Borja and Toni Comas
Cinematography by: Marcelo Borja and Rodin Hamidi
Carrot Cake (2012)
Uma mãe prepara um bolo de cenoura para seu filho que está na prisão, mas algo não está certo. Que grande segredo ela quarda?
Ganhador de 3 prêmios do concurso internacional "100 Hour Film Race", incluindo Melhor Atriz e Melhor roteiro.
Dirigido por: Marcelo Borja e Robson Santo
Cinematografia de: Marcelo Borja
I Fix Everything (2011)
A young boy embarks on a journey to fix his favorite toy.
This film won the 5 top awards at the international "100 Hour Film Race" competition, including Best Film, Best Screenplay, and Best Director.
Directed by: Marcelo Borja and Toni Comas
Cinematography by: Anna Franquesa
