A Colombian-Ecuadorian filmmaker, he is known for his distinctive storytelling and captivating visual style. He gained recognition with his documentary "Cocalero" (2007), which explored Bolivian politics. His feature film "Porfirio" (2011) premiered at Cannes and earned critical acclaim. In 2019, he directed "Monos," a visually stunning and intense film about child soldiers, which won the World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award at Sundance. His work often explores themes of identity, conflict, and survival.