Alfonso Cuarón

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/alfonso-cuarn

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Alfonso Cuarón born?November 28, 1961
2. Where was Alfonso Cuarón born?Mexico City, Mexico
3. Who is Alfonso Cuarón?Alfonso Cuarón is a Mexican filmmaker born in Mexico City on November 28, 1961. He is known for making movies that feel like real adventures and for his creative visual style.
4. Which movie made Alfonso Cuarón famous worldwide?The film "Y tu mamá también" (2001) made him famous worldwide. It was praised for its honest storytelling and unique visual look, and it earned him an Academy Award nomination.

Filmmaker: An individual who conceives, directs, and produces motion pictures, often involving a deep understanding of narrative and visual art.
Cinematography: The art and craft of motion picture photography, encompassing camera operation, lighting, and visual composition to convey narrative and emotion.
Academy Award: An annual award presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognizing outstanding achievements in filmmaking across various categories.