Tristan L. Juárez

My work is driven by a desire to uncover stories beneath the surface—the emotional truths that exist between what is seen and what is felt. Through a blend of grounded realism and heightened, often spiritual visual language, I aim to immerse audiences in experiences that reveal what characters cannot say out loud, allowing memory, atmosphere, and subtext to carry the weight of the story.

This reel showcases a range of projects across narrative, documentary, and experimental forms, reflecting my evolution as both a director and cinematographer. From intimate character studies to stylized, atmospheric worlds, each piece explores identity, connection, and the unseen forces that shape us.

Featured Projects:

Swish is Bliss (2024, Avant-Garde) — Director/DP

AMOR (2024, Documentary) — Director/DP

On a Roll (2024, Fiction) — Director/DP

Rizz (2025, Fiction) — Director of Photography

Fertilizer (2025, Fiction) — Director of Photography

Gatsby (2025, Fiction) — Director of Photography

HERMANDAD (2025, Fiction) — Director/DP

FUN GUY (2026, Fiction) — Director

Awards:

HERMANDAD — Best Proof of Concept, Film Fest LA | Best Experimental - SB Intl. Cinema Awards

Official Selections: 6 | Awards: 2