
Hugo Santiago
DirectingAbout Hugo Santiago
Hugo Santiago Muchnick was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina and lived in France from 1959 until his death in 2018. He studied Literature, Philosophy and Music. From 1959-66 he was assistant director to Robert Bresson. In 1969, he made his first feature film Invasión in his native Argentina based on an idea by celebrated writers Adolfo Bioy Casares and Jorge Luis Borges, who also co-wrote the script. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hugo Santiago Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Hugo Santiago reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Hugo Santiago's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Hugo Santiago's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Correspondencia Llinás-Piñeiro, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Hugo Santiago Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hugo Santiago's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Hugo Santiago has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Correspondencia Llinás-Piñeiro | archival | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Commentary on Les Autres | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Santiago's Theorem | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Gold Bug | Voice of Leandro N. Alem | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Aquilea: Nueve pequeños films sobre 'Invasión' | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Borges/Santiago: variaciones sobre un guion | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Three Crowns of the Sailor | (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Dog's Dialogue | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Catherine Deneuve by Chance, or, A Certain Blondeness | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Hugo Santiago - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hugo Santiago?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hugo Santiago is "Correspondencia Llinás-Piñeiro" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Hugo Santiago acted in?
Hugo Santiago has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hugo Santiago?
Other notable films include "Santiago's Theorem", "Three Crowns of the Sailor", and "Aquilea: Nueve pequeños films sobre 'Invasión'".




