
Directing
Sebastián Bednarik
Born
1975-11-07 (50)
Place of birth
Montevideo, Uruguay
Known for
Directing
Credits
13 titles
Sebastián Bednarik (Montevideo, November 7, 1975) is a Uruguayan director, screenwriter, producer, businessman, teacher, artist, and author. He has directed several documentaries, focusing on association football and music.
Known for
5.4In Montevideo, Sonja cares for her invalid mother, works in a garment factory, and has little going for her. Her neighbor Modesto, an older man who lives alone, types anonymous letters to her. Her mother is difficult -- demanding and miserable, afraid of death. Sonja meets Ernesto, a nurseryman, and finally there may be some possibilities in her life. Does freedom beckon?
The Wait
2002
6.2The unexpected victory over Uruguay in the World Cup Brazil 1950 continues to have social and political ramifications for both countries.
Maracaná
2014
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Partido: Os Bastidores da Eleição que Fragmentou o Brasil
2022
NRNacional, a true story is the film about the life of Club Nacional de Football, from its beginnings to the present day, covering the glories that have made it one of the most prestigious soccer teams in the world.
Nacional, Una Historia Verdadera
2019
NRIn 1924, the Uruguayan football team won the Olympic Games. It is the first star—of the four they now display on their crest—referred to in the title. This documentary revisits the story of that team that surprised the world through never-before-seen footage, expert testimonies, and a contemporary journey guided by César Troncoso, retracing the steps of that epic achievement.
La primera estrella
2026
NR1924: a group of men, amateur footballers of diverse professions and humble origins, set out on a journey towards the greatest adventure of their lives. They depart from Uruguay for Europe to disembark in Paris in its "Crazy Years" where, against all odds, Olympic glory and the amazement of the whole world awaited them. This feat would be the first of others to come in 1928 and 1930.
Sangre de Campeones
2018
Behind the camera
5.4In Montevideo, Sonja cares for her invalid mother, works in a garment factory, and has little going for her. Her neighbor Modesto, an older man who lives alone, types anonymous letters to her. Her mother is difficult -- demanding and miserable, afraid of death. Sonja meets Ernesto, a nurseryman, and finally there may be some possibilities in her life. Does freedom beckon?
The Wait
2002
6.2The unexpected victory over Uruguay in the World Cup Brazil 1950 continues to have social and political ramifications for both countries.
Maracaná
2014
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Partido: Os Bastidores da Eleição que Fragmentou o Brasil
2022
NRNacional, a true story is the film about the life of Club Nacional de Football, from its beginnings to the present day, covering the glories that have made it one of the most prestigious soccer teams in the world.
Nacional, Una Historia Verdadera
2019
NRIn 1924, the Uruguayan football team won the Olympic Games. It is the first star—of the four they now display on their crest—referred to in the title. This documentary revisits the story of that team that surprised the world through never-before-seen footage, expert testimonies, and a contemporary journey guided by César Troncoso, retracing the steps of that epic achievement.
La primera estrella
2026
NR1924: a group of men, amateur footballers of diverse professions and humble origins, set out on a journey towards the greatest adventure of their lives. They depart from Uruguay for Europe to disembark in Paris in its "Crazy Years" where, against all odds, Olympic glory and the amazement of the whole world awaited them. This feat would be the first of others to come in 1928 and 1930.
Sangre de Campeones
2018
NR1924: a group of men, amateur footballers of diverse professions and humble origins, set out on a journey towards the greatest adventure of their lives. They depart from Uruguay for Europe to disembark in Paris in its "Crazy Years" where, against all odds, Olympic glory and the amazement of the whole world awaited them. This feat would be the first of others to come in 1928 and 1930.
Sangre de Campeones
2018
5.0The Silva family is pioneer and a role model within the community; it shows values and the goal to not let the candombe tradition fade away. Not only do they have an internal hierarchy, but also in his neighbourhood, Waldemar “Cachila” Silva is a respected leader. Cachila decide to pass on his legacy to his sons Matias and Wellington, who should now lead the family business, afro descendants playing candombe, a drum rhythm for the carnival contest and keep the privilege place obtained by the family. Patriarchy, hierarchy and cultural traditions are the concepts that drive this documentary about the life of a man of African descent and a dysfunctional family trying to perpetuate its power, which is crucial for the future of a culture.
Cachila
2008
5.0The Silva family is pioneer and a role model within the community; it shows values and the goal to not let the candombe tradition fade away. Not only do they have an internal hierarchy, but also in his neighbourhood, Waldemar “Cachila” Silva is a respected leader. Cachila decide to pass on his legacy to his sons Matias and Wellington, who should now lead the family business, afro descendants playing candombe, a drum rhythm for the carnival contest and keep the privilege place obtained by the family. Patriarchy, hierarchy and cultural traditions are the concepts that drive this documentary about the life of a man of African descent and a dysfunctional family trying to perpetuate its power, which is crucial for the future of a culture.
Cachila
2008
NRThis is the story of a group of veteran musicians joined by two young artists to perform together after more than 20 years of inactivity in the Uruguayan carnival scene. In addition to demonstrating their talent, this film provides a look at their personal lives, lives that have always revolved around the magic of the carnival (Which lasts just a month per year), but that inevitably must make room for their daily life, far from show business and public recognition.
La Matinée
2007
NRThis is the story of a group of veteran musicians joined by two young artists to perform together after more than 20 years of inactivity in the Uruguayan carnival scene. In addition to demonstrating their talent, this film provides a look at their personal lives, lives that have always revolved around the magic of the carnival (Which lasts just a month per year), but that inevitably must make room for their daily life, far from show business and public recognition.
La Matinée
2007
6.0The film provides a look at the 1980 Mundialito, an international friendly soccer tournament organized by the Uruguayan Soccer Association, which brought together the World Cup-winning national teams and the Netherlands, and was organized in Uruguay during an unconventional political situation.
Mundialito
2010
6.0The film provides a look at the 1980 Mundialito, an international friendly soccer tournament organized by the Uruguayan Soccer Association, which brought together the World Cup-winning national teams and the Netherlands, and was organized in Uruguay during an unconventional political situation.
Mundialito
2010
