Anthony Vargas
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Anthony Vargas is a filmmaker based in Vancouver, Canada. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a major in Filmmaking from Chile, where he studied from 2006 to 2010 and graduated with honors as the top student in his class. In 2011, he made his debut in the film industry with the feature documentary Pinguinos, which he directed, wrote, and produced. Pinguinos premiered at the Viña del Mar International Film Festival in Chile and gained recognition at several other film festivals.
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In 2015, Vargas was selected to participate in a master seminar on documentary development, where he further honed his storytelling skills. Following this seminar, he directed The Last Schindler, a documentary that achieved success at national film festivals.
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Later, in 2017, Vargas moved to Cuba to complete a diploma in the creation, development, and production of documentaries and fiction for premium channels, taught by Nestor Hernandez, former production manager for HBO Latin America.
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In 2017, Vargas moved to Canada, embracing new opportunities for growth. By 2020, he had completed a diploma in Marketing Communications Management from BCIT, adding to his expertise in digital marketing, content creation, and strategic development. Since then, he has applied these skills to help businesses expand through innovative campaigns and engaging digital content. In 2024, he proudly became a Canadian citizen, marking a meaningful milestone in his journey.
ABOUT ME
Masterclass with Patricio Guzmán
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​I had the opportunity to learn from Patricio Guzmán in 2009, an acclaimed Chilean documentarian known for his impactful work on social and political themes. This masterclass deepened my understanding of documentary production, character-driven storytelling, and post-production techniques, inspiring me to approach my own projects with a heightened sense of purpose and creative freedom.
Selected as one of only 20 participants from across Chile to join an exclusive masterclass led by Joan González, Director of DocsBarcelona. This focused program offered advanced training in documentary storytelling, project development, narrative structure, and character arcs. Under González’s guidance, I gained valuable insights into crafting impactful documentaries that connect with diverse audiences and explore significant cultural and social themes.
Documentary Masterclass with Joan González
Diploma in Content Creation at EICTV with Nestor Hernández
Selected as one of only 15 participants from a competitive global applicant pool to complete an intensive diploma program at the International Film and Television School (EICTV) in Cuba. Known as a prestigious institution in Latin American cinema, EICTV has hosted masterclasses and workshops by renowned filmmakers, including Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg, Werner Herzog, and Costa-Gavras. Led by Nestor Hernández, former showrunner responsible for programming at HBO Latin America, this program provided advanced training in creating, developing, and producing high-quality content for premium channels. The curriculum covered scriptwriting, project analysis, cross-media value, and effective project pitching, equipping me to develop impactful content that meets the high standards of top platforms.
What can i do?
Pre-Production
1. The idea.
2. Executive Development.
3. Creative development.
4. Added values. Elements "Crossmedia".
5. Premium Content Networks.
6. Premium content models.
7. Creative Business Opportunities.
8. Spanish content market in the United States.
9. Latin American Market.
10. Scriptwriting.
11. Script feedback.
12. Production coordination.
13. Casting director.
Production
1. Film Direction.
2. Direction assistant.
3. Film Production.
4. Production assistant.
5. Cameraman.
6. Photography
7. Overseeing the first edit of each production
8. Edit the first cut
Film Festivals
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​Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to direct and produce documentaries that gained recognition in various prestigious film festivals. My projects reflect a commitment to impactful storytelling and a dedication to exploring unique narratives. Below are highlights of my work showcased in film festivals:
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2016 – "The Last Schindler"
Lebu Film Festival, Caldera Film Festival
Role: Director & Producer
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The Last Schindler is a documentary that I directed and produced, focused on uncovering untold stories of courage and humanity. The film was selected for both the Lebu and Caldera Film Festivals, where it received national attention for its powerful narrative.
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​2012 – "Documentary Pingüinos"Surdocs International Film Festival Puerto Varas, Category: International Documentary CompetitionRole: Director & Producer
2011 – "Documentary Pingüinos"
International Film Festival of Viña del Mar, Category: International Feature Film Documentary
Film Festival B, Section of Samples
Role: Director & Producer
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My debut feature documentary, Documental Pingüinos, delves into the Chilean student revolution, capturing the voices and demands of young activists fighting for educational reform. This project, which I directed, wrote, and produced, was selected for the Viña del Mar International Film Festival, competing in the International Feature Film Documentary category.
Other Exhibitions
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2015
"The last Schindler."
Master Class of documentary film led by Joan Gonzalez at PUCV, Valparaíso.
2014
"Documentary Pingüinos".
Folkethus, Malmö, Sweden.
2012
"Documentary Pingüinos".
La Moneda Cultural Center, Santiago.
Museum of memory, Santiago.
Rioja Palace, Viña del Mar.
2011
"Documentary Pingüinos".
Cinema art Viña del Mar.
The University of Valparaíso.
University of Viña del Mar.
Faculty of Sciences, Juan Gómez Milla, University of Chile, Santiago.
Alberto Hurtado University, Santiago.
Cordillera cultural center, Le Monde Diplomatique bookshop, Santiago.
Liceo Comercial de Viña del Mar.
Cinegro showroom.
2010
"Documentary Pingüinos".
University of Viña del Mar.
Developing Impactful Narratives
