Cesar Ruiz

PelĂ­culas

915: Hunting Hispanics
Cinematography
On August 3, 2019 a racist murderer, hating Mexican people, committed the ultimate hate crime. 915: HUNTING HISPANICS is a full length feature film that closely examines the El Paso Walmart mass shooting. It provides a complete analysis of what happened that day, as well as an exploration of many overlooked angles.
Mexico's Bravest Man
Director of Photography
Julian Leyzaola Perez, former military officer turned police chief, declared open war on the drug cartels in Tijuana, MX and Juarez, MX. Murder rates in both cities dropped, while outrage spilled over regarding human rights abuses committed by Leyzaola's police force. Are Leyzaola's hardball policies justified? What are his loyalties? In a society known for rampant political corruption at all levels, is it possible for a police chief to play a clean game?
The El Paso Conquest
Director of Photography
The documentary covers the over-looked boys soccer program at Del Valle High School. Coached by Ben Reichmann since the school's inauguration, this school from El Paso has won an almost unprecedented two state cups.