Cannes Winner Diego Céspedes Preps Second Feature
Originally published Jul 3, 2026
By Anna Marie de la Fuente · Variety
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Key points
- Diego Céspedes is preparing his second film, 'The Case of the Boy Who Lost His Heart.'
- His debut film won the top prize at Cannes' Un Certain Regard last year.
- Céspedes is known for his unique storytelling and cinematic style.
Diego Céspedes, the Chilean filmmaker whose debut feature 'The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo' won the top prize at Cannes' Un Certain Regard last year, is preparing his second film, 'The Case of the Boy Who Lost His Heart.' The news follows another significant milestone in the 31-year-old director's early career. Céspedes has been gaining recognition for his unique storytelling and cinematic style, which have drawn attention from international film festivals and critics alike. His upcoming project is expected to continue exploring emotional and psychological themes, much like his debut.
Read the original story: Variety — by Anna Marie de la Fuente
