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Rodrigo Prieto On The Story Behind His Directorial Debut ‘Pedro Páramo’ & Why He Was Offended By “Inauthentic” Mexican Portrayal In ‘Emilia Pérez’ — Camerimage

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Oscar-nominated cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto makes his directorial debut with 'Pedro Páramo,' while slamming the 'inauthentic' Mexican portrayal in 'Emilia Pérez'.
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  • Prieto's film 'Pedro Páramo' is an adaptation of the classic 1955 Mexican novel, marking his first time directing a feature after decades as a renowned cinematographer.
  • Prieto was 'offended' by the 'inauthentic' depiction of Mexican culture in the 2022 film 'Emilia Pérez,' which he says failed to capture the nuances of his home country.
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Rodrigo Prieto, Camerimage, Pedro Páramo, Emilia Pérez
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