Mauricio Rial Banti

Mauricio Rial Banti was a talented Paraguayan filmmaker known for his sensitive storytelling and commitment to exploring Paraguayan realities through cinema. He gained recognition for his debut documentary 'Tren Paraguay' (2011), which won several awards, including Best Ibero-American Documentary at DocsDF in Mexico. Rial also directed the documentary 'Overáva' and co-directed the action film 'Leal 2: Comando Yaguareté' (2023), which was selected to represent Paraguay at the Oscars. He was revered in the film community for his impactful contributions and passed away at the age of 44, leaving a significant legacy in Paraguayan cinema.