In the Shadow of The River
TITLE
In the Shadow of The River
DIRECTOR
Emiliano Reyes, Jesús García Nuño de la Rosa
COUNTRY
Spain
YEAR
2024
DURATION
5′
GENRE
Documentary
Overview

In the Shadow of The River
A river divides two worlds, and in its shadow, the voice of a migrant tells us about their final journey. In the Shadow of the River explores the dream that never came true and the echo left behind at the border.

DIRECTOR BIOGRAPHY - Emiliano Reyes, Jesús García Nuño de la Rosa
Emiliano Reyes: My name is Emiliano Reyes, I am 25 years old, Mexican, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Cinematography and Audiovisual Arts from TAI. I am also a graduate of the MASTER LAV X program, with various studies in both Canada and Mexico, including film courses and diplomas. I have extensive experience in film festivals with fiction and documentary short films, showcased at renowned international festivals such as the Chicago Film Fest, Euroshorts, INTERMEDIACIONES Film Fest, among others. JESÚS GARCÍA NUÑO DE LA ROSA: From studying Cinematography in Madrid to the vibrant streets of Jerusalem, Jesús García Nuño de la Rosa, known as Chechu, has proven himself to be a tireless creator with a unique storytelling vision. His work blends a passion for cinema with technological audacity, pushing the boundaries of audiovisual narratives using tools like Artificial Intelligence (AI). In collaboration with director Emiliano Reyes, Jesús has contributed to various AI-driven projects, combining their talents to craft innovative pieces that challenge traditional cinema conventions. Their joint Final Degree Project marked a milestone by incorporating AI to create a one-of-a-kind piece, laying the groundwork for a career that quickly began to garner international recognition. Among his notable achievements are nominations at prestigious festivals such as CineYouth 2024 in Chicago and Courant3D in Angoulême. Beyond his talent as a director, Jesús has expertise in key areas such as video editing, scriptwriting, production, and team leadership. His involvement in projects like the creation of an AI-animated piece for the YouTube Google Works Awards 2024 showcases his ability to integrate technology and creativity, setting trends in the audiovisual sector. With a fresh vision, sharp humor, and the ambition to redefine the limits of art, Chechu continues to drive forward new projects that challenge the status quo. What’s next? Undoubtedly, a work you won’t want to miss.
Credits
- DirectorEmiliano Reyes, Jesús García Nuño de la Rosa
- Screenplay
- Cinematography
- Cast
- Editing
- Producer/s Emiliano Reyes, Jesús García Nuño de la Rosa
- Production Company
- Distributor/s
- Project TitleIn the Shadow of The River
- Project TypeDocumentary
- Completion Date1 January 2024
- Country of originSpain
- Country of filmingSpain
- LanguageSpanish
- First-time Filmmaker No
- Student ProjectNo

Emiliano Reyes, Jesús García Nuño de la Rosa
Emiliano Reyes: My name is Emiliano Reyes, I am 25 years old, Mexican, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Cinematography and Audiovisual Arts from TAI. I am also a graduate of the MASTER LAV X program, with various studies in both Canada and Mexico, including film courses and diplomas. I have extensive experience in film festivals with fiction and documentary short films, showcased at renowned international festivals such as the Chicago Film Fest, Euroshorts, INTERMEDIACIONES Film Fest, among others. JESÚS GARCÍA NUÑO DE LA ROSA: From studying Cinematography in Madrid to the vibrant streets of Jerusalem, Jesús García Nuño de la Rosa, known as Chechu, has proven himself to be a tireless creator with a unique storytelling vision. His work blends a passion for cinema with technological audacity, pushing the boundaries of audiovisual narratives using tools like Artificial Intelligence (AI). In collaboration with director Emiliano Reyes, Jesús has contributed to various AI-driven projects, combining their talents to craft innovative pieces that challenge traditional cinema conventions. Their joint Final Degree Project marked a milestone by incorporating AI to create a one-of-a-kind piece, laying the groundwork for a career that quickly began to garner international recognition. Among his notable achievements are nominations at prestigious festivals such as CineYouth 2024 in Chicago and Courant3D in Angoulême. Beyond his talent as a director, Jesús has expertise in key areas such as video editing, scriptwriting, production, and team leadership. His involvement in projects like the creation of an AI-animated piece for the YouTube Google Works Awards 2024 showcases his ability to integrate technology and creativity, setting trends in the audiovisual sector. With a fresh vision, sharp humor, and the ambition to redefine the limits of art, Chechu continues to drive forward new projects that challenge the status quo. What’s next? Undoubtedly, a work you won’t want to miss.