The prominent filmmaker, director, and sound engineer Jonal Cosculluela Sánchez passed away this Monday at the age of 47 in Havana, his hometown, confirmed the Cuban Institute of Film Art and Industry (ICAIC).
A graduate of FAMCA in 2010, Cosculluela made a name for himself in Cuban television through the production of series and dramas. He made his film debut in 2016 with the feature film Esteban, a work that received numerous awards at international festivals.
So far, the reasons for the young filmmaker's death have not been revealed. In 2020, he directed the documentary Volverán los abrazos alongside Maritza Ceballos, during the pandemic.
From the Cuban Institute of Cinematic Art and Industry (ICAIC), their colleagues expressed their condolences: “To his family and friends, our condolences and hugs.”
Likewise, film critic Juan Antonio García emphasized that Cosculluela's death is a painful loss, especially considering the promising journey that still lay ahead of him. "With Esteban, he had already shown his credentials. So much talent. We are left with his films," García stated.
The Assembly of Cuban Filmmakers also joined in mourning, emphasizing the closeness and impact felt within their artistic community.
"With Jonal, we shared time, work, jokes, ideas... We remember his jokes and his unique way of facing difficulties," they stated in a post on Facebook.
Jonal Cosculluela Sánchez (Havana, 1977 - Havana, October 28, 2024) left a profound impact on the cultural landscape of the country, it was emphasized.
A graduate of the Instituto Superior de Arte in 2010, Cosculluela began his career as a sound engineer and editor at the Cuban Institute of Radio and Television before making his cinematic debut with his acclaimed feature film Esteban in 2016.
Her work was recognized at several festivals, noted for its sensitivity and depth. In 2020, alongside Maritza Ceballos, she directed the documentary Volverán los abrazos, a poignant account of life during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Among their filmography, the following stand out:
Aislados (2022) - by Yoe Pérez, Zenia Veigas, Maritza Ceballos, Sailín Carbonell (General Production)
"Embraces Will Return (2021)" - by Maritza Ceballos, Jonal Cosculluela
"Just so you know how things are" (2017) - by Jonal Cosculluela
Esteban (2015) - by Jonal Cosculluela
Voices of 1912 (2014) - by Jonal Cosculluela
The First Time (2011) - by Richard Abella (Editor)
Altocontraste (2010) - by Jonal Cosculluela
Room for Rent (2010) - by Jonathan C. S. (Jonal Cosculluela)
Asdrúbal (2008) - by Jonal Cosculluela
Magic (1999) - by Jonathan C. S. (Jonal Cosculluela)
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