Carlos Sorín, a highly acclaimed Argentine film director and screenwriter, emerged onto the cinematic scene in the bustling metropolis of Buenos Aires, Argentina, in the year 1944. Throughout his illustrious and multifaceted career, he has taken the helm of a wide-ranging and diverse array of films, each one showcasing his mastery of storytelling and visual artistry. Some of his most notable and critically acclaimed works include La película del rey, a 1985 release that has left a lasting impact on the film world, La era del ñandú, which premiered in 1986 and has been praised for its innovative storytelling and captivating visuals, Eterna sonrisa de New Jersey, a 1989 production that has been hailed as a masterpiece of contemporary cinema, Historias mínimas, which debuted in 2002 and has been recognized for its poignant and thought-provoking themes, Bombón - el perro, a 2004 release that has been celebrated for its powerful and emotional storytelling, and El camino de San Diego, which premiered in 2006 and has been praised for its bold and unflinching portrayal of the human experience.
Noted Argentine film director, Sorín, has had the distinct privilege of working alongside his exceptionally gifted son, the accomplished composer Nicolás Sorín, on three of his notable films, thus further enriching the cinematic experience through their collaborative efforts.
Throughout his illustrious career, Sorín has amassed an impressive array of accolades, with a total of over 20 prestigious national and international awards to his name, including the esteemed Konex Award - Merit Diploma in 1991, which bestowed upon him the great honor of being recognized as one of the top 5 film directors of the decade spanning 1981 to 1990 in Argentina, a testament to his unwavering dedication and unrelenting passion for his craft.