Movies by Juan Pablo Villavicencio Borges

Juan Pablo Villavicencio Borges has emerged as a bold, provocative voice in contemporary Latin American cinema. With a filmography marked by daring stylistic choices and unapologetic explorations of sociopolitical themes, Villavicencio Borges has earned a reputation as a fiercely independent auteur unafraid to challenge the status quo. His 2019 breakout feature, "Kill the Boy," is a darkly comic coming-of-age tale that subverts traditional narratives of masculinity, blending surreal visual flourishes with a keen social critique. Villavicencio Borges' latest works, such as the high-octane action thriller "Fight!, Fight!, Fight!, Fight!" (2025) and the bittersweet romantic drama "Hello, my baby" (2024), further showcase his versatility and his ability to infuse even genre-driven stories with a distinct political edge. Employing a raw, kinetic filmmaking style that draws inspiration from the nouvelle vague and Latin American cinema's long tradition of social realism, Villavicencio Borges crafts films that are equal parts intellectually stimulating and viscerally engaging. Whether exploring the complexities of class conflict or the personal costs of revolutionary upheaval, his work consistently challenges audiences to confront uncomfortable truths about their societies and themselves.