Thiago Tuchu
Directing · Rio de Janeiro
Thiago Tuchu is a cinematographer and filmmaker who has been building an impressive career since the beginning of his journey in the audiovisual industry. He directed and co-wrote the acclaimed short film "Yellow Slum", a horror film that has won more than 20 international awards and received recognition from the independent film community. The film combines supernatural horror with the realities of Rio de Janeiro’s favelas, bringing a distinctive and socially grounded perspective to the genre. Tuchu has collaborated on projects by filmmaker Cavi Borges, including the internationally recognized documentary "Neville de Almeida - Cronista da Beleza e do Caos". After studying at the Darcy Ribeiro Film School and Ateliê Bucareste, under the guidance of Alziro Barbosa, ABC, Thiago directed and shot a wide range of projects, including the impactful documentary "Arte a Metro", about musicians performing in the Rio de Janeiro subway. The film received awards and honorable mentions at festivals for addressing the political oppression faced by street artists during a period of persecution. "Arte a Metro" was also invited to screen at the CCBB (Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil) due to its social and political impact at the time. He also directed the second unit of the series "Enredo de Bamba", which explores the rich history behind the music of Brazilian samba icon Bezerra da Silva. His notable contribution to the Black collective AUR, leading the cinematography of "Proteja os Seus Sonhos" in 2021, demonstrates his commitment to Black representation and visual excellence. He subsequently had the opportunity to work with major Brazilian music icons such as Martinho da Vila and Chico César, serving as cinematographer on their music videos released in 2023. One of these projects won Best Music Video at the 2025 BTG Pactual Award (PMB). His versatility in the audiovisual industry has also led him to work as a cinematographer on reality television productions such as "De Férias com o Ex Brasil" and "Senai Brasil Fashion".
