About Simón Mesa Soto
Born 1986. Simón Mesa Soto is a Colombian film director, screenwriter and director.
Simón Mesa Soto, is a Colombian film director and screenwriter known for his short films Leidi and Madre, and his first feature film Amparo, which had its premiere at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.
Early years Simón Mesa Soto was born in Medellín, Colombia. Studied Audiovisual Communication at Universidad de Antioquia, where he also worked as lecturer in film editing before moving to the UK. In 2014 finished his studies in filmmaking at London Film School. Leidi was his graduation project.
Career His film Leidi won the Short Film Palme d'Or at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival.
Filmography Feature films Amparo (2021) A Poet (2025)
Short films Los tiempos muertos (2009) Leidi (2014) Madre (2016)
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Who is Simón Mesa Soto?
Colombian film director and screenwrit
When was Simón Mesa Soto born?
Simón Mesa Soto was born on 23 January 1986 in Medellín.
What is Simón Mesa Soto's occupation?
Simón Mesa Soto is a film director, screenwriter and director.
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Simón Mesa Soto is Colombian.
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