Santiago José García Cruz

Born: 2000-11-17

Birthplace: Santiago, Dominican Republic

Biography

Santiago is involved in the production of commercials, short films, and feature films at the local level. He holds a dual bachelor's degree in Audiovisual Communication and Cinematic Arts from PUCMM STGO and Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3), where he earned an associate degree in Digital Cinema. Throughout his college career, Santiago produced, directed, wrote, and edited numerous short films, and he also works as a writer, production assistant, cinematographer, and camera assistant. Notable works include "Anfitrión" (2020), filmed during the pandemic and selected for local festivals such as "Finearts" and "Semana Más Corta" in Santo Domingo. His project "Cartas" (2022), co-directed with Ralva Álvarez, has been officially selected and recognized at various local and international festivals. His new short film, "Mérito" (2024), is making its way through various film festivals.

Known For

Mérito
Cartas
Camina, ven
Anfitrión
El Ayer y Nosotros
Guetos de Terciopelo
The Celebration of the Tragic Silence of the Youngest One
Como Nos Ven

Top Movie Credits

Mérito Writer
Cartas Editor
Camina, ven Focus Puller
Anfitrión Director
El Ayer y Nosotros Director of Photography
Guetos de Terciopelo Editor
The Celebration of the Tragic Silence of the Youngest One Editor
Como Nos Ven Camera Operator