Biography

Luis Carlos Hueck is a successful Film Director. screenwriter, and producer known for his blend of humor, heart, and cultural authenticity. He made his feature debut with the record-breaking hit Papita, Maní, Tostón, a box office phenomenon that became one of the most successful Venezuelan films of all time. Co-wrote and directed Alive & Kicking (2023), Venezuela's official submission for the 2024 Academy Awards. Hueck is also the creator of the original streaming series "Las Doñas del Cafetal", further showcasing his talent for character-driven, relatable storytelling across formats.
- IMDb mini biography by: Luis

Luis Carlos Hueck is a successful Film Director. Having studied film at UCLA, Luis wrote and directed the hugely successful comedy PAPITA, MANI TOSTON. This feature film broke all the box office records and became the most seen movie in history in Venezuela. He then directed Papita 2, the sequel, which also became a huge successful comedy being number 4 of the top 5 movies. Besides DOG ACHES, he is now doing the HAVE YOUR LIFE BACK, a movie based on his own life.
- IMDb mini biography by: LUIS CARLOS HUECK

Luis Carlos Hueck - Director / Writer / Producer

Luis Carlos Hueck is a Venezuelan film director, screenwriter, and producer known for blending heartfelt storytelling with humor, music, and emotional authenticity. As one half of the creative duo Los Hermanos Hueck, he has established himself as a fresh and original voice in Latin American cinema.

Hueck made his feature debut with Papita, Maní, Tostón (2013), a box office phenomenon that became one of the most successful Venezuelan films of all time. His ability to capture universal themes through a local lens quickly earned him a loyal following and critical acclaim.

In 2023, he co-wrote and directed Alive & Kicking (formerly Back to Life), a vibrant coming-of-age dramedy set in 1990s Venezuela. The film was Venezuela's official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 2024 Academy Awards and marked a major step in Hueck's international recognition. With stunning visuals, a strong sense of place, and a unique narrative voice, Alive & Kicking showcases Hueck's talent for telling emotionally rich, culturally grounded stories with global appeal.

Luis Carlos is passionate about character-driven narratives, Latin American identity, and the power of cinema to inspire resilience and connection. He continues to develop new projects for film and television across international markets.
- IMDb mini biography by: Luis Carlos Hueck

Luis Carlos Hueck is a successful Film Director, Screenwriter and Producer known for his blend of humor, and cultural authenticity. He made his feature debut with the record-breaking hit Papita Maní Tostón, a box office phenomenon that became the most successful Venezuelan films of all time. Co-wrote and directed Alive & Kicking (2023), Venezuela's official submission for the 2024 Academy Awards. Hueck is also the creator of the original streaming series "Las Doñas del Cafetal", further showcasing his talent for character-driven, relatable storytelling across formats.
- IMDb mini biography by: Luis Carlos Hueck