
Marcos Zurinaga
DirectingAbout Marcos Zurinaga
Marcos Zurinaga is a Puerto Rican film director, screenwriter and cinematographer. He studied at the UPR Elementary School, University High School (UHS) and obtained his B.A. at UPR in 1972. He joined Puerto Rican filmmaker Roberto Gándara upon graduation, setting aside plans to study a master's degree, founding the film company Zaga Films. Among the several movies that he has directed is La Gran Fiesta, a movie about the last grand party at the old "Casino de Puerto Rico" building in Old San Juan, before it was turned over to military use as the United States was drawn into World War Two, and A Step Away, a 1980 critically acclaimed movie narrated by Orson Welles. In 1997 came an unusual movie in Zurinaga's filmography, the thriller-mystery film The Disappearance of Garcia Lorca.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Marcos Zurinaga reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Marcos Zurinaga's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Marcos Zurinaga remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Cinema Puerto Rico: una antropología visual, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Marcos Zurinaga Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marcos Zurinaga's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Marcos Zurinaga.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Cinema Puerto Rico: una antropología visual | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Marcos Zurinaga - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marcos Zurinaga?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marcos Zurinaga is "Cinema Puerto Rico: una antropología visual" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Marcos Zurinaga acted in?
Marcos Zurinaga has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

