Kerry Mondragón is an exceptionally accomplished and multifaceted creative individual, boasting an impressive array of skills and expertise as a self-sufficient filmmaker, a prolific screenwriter, and a masterful director.
Mondragón's life narrative commences on a specific date, July 9, 1984, in the lively metropolis of Tucson, Arizona, a locale that would function as the catalyst for the formative experiences that would subsequently mold his trajectory within the realm of cinema.
Mondragón's professional trajectory took a significant turn under the mentorship of the illustrious director Spike Lee, with whom he had the distinct privilege of collaborating as both Assistant and Associate Producer on Lee's 2014 cinematic masterpiece, Da Sweet Blood of Jesus. This invaluable experience not only honed Mondragón's technical prowess but also instilled in him a profound reverence for the groundbreaking works of Jean Vigo and Rainer Werner Fassbinder, two visionary filmmakers whose innovative storytelling styles and thought-provoking themes have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on Mondragón's artistic vision.
As a direct result of this formative experience, Mondragón's creative approach has been significantly influenced by the cinematic legacies of Vigo and Fassbinder, guiding his journey as a filmmaker and informing his own artistic vision.
Juan Manuel Mondragón is thoroughly immersed in the meticulous post-production phase of his sophomore feature film as both screenwriter and director, Wetiko, which has attracted a distinguished ensemble cast comprising Juan Daniel Garcia Trevino, Dalia Xiuhcoatl, Neil Sandilands, Barbara de Reigl, and Jordan Barrett, each bringing their unique talents to the project.
