Paco Plaza

Francisco Plaza Trinidad, better known as Paco Plaza, is a renowned name in the world of cinema, especially recognized for his prolific work in the horror genre. Born on 8 February 1973 in Valencia, Spain, Plaza holds a degree in Audiovisual Communication from CEU Cardinal Herrera University along with a diploma in film direction from ECAM, demonstrating his solid academic background in the field. Multilingual, Plaza is fluent in Spanish, English, and French. While renowned for his directorial skills, Plaza's expertise extends to screenwriting, producing, and editing, underscoring his multifaceted role in the cinematic realm. He even dabbled in costume designing for his debut short film, 'Tropismos' in 1995. Plaza catapulted to fame with the creation of the 'REC' trilogy in 2007, a cornerstone of his career and a significant contribution to horror cinema. The success of 'REC' transcended the Spanish boundaries with an adaptation under the name 'Quarantine' in 2008 by American director John Erick Dowdle. The 'REC' trilogy garnered critical acclaim, receiving 26 awards and 17 nominations at various film festivals. Although he is best known for 'REC', Plaza's body of work is expansive and varied, illustrating the breadth of his talent and versatility.