Ismael Rodríguez

Birth Name:

Ismael Rodríguez Ruelas

Birth Place:

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Profession

Director, Writer, Producer, Actor, Sound department, Cinematographer, Script department

Frequently showcased the slums of Mexico City in his films
Often collaborated with legendary actor Pedro Infante on many projects, including "The Three Garcias," "We the Poor" and "Tizoc․"
Used the film "Tizoc" as a way to confront the notion of Mexican film stars being predominately white
When Pedro Infante died before he was able to accept his Silver Bear for Best Actor award, his mother insisted that Rodriguez keep the statue because he was responsible for the deceased actor's career

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