Gonzalo Suárez has one of the most important filmographies of Spanish cinema, with more than 25 films as a director, screenwriter and producer. He also stars in theatre pieces and creates works of literature. His works have been recognized by some of the most important film festivals in the world, and he obtained the Silver Shell for Best Director at San Sebastián Film Festival. He has been named Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French Minister of Culture, received the Cross of the Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise, the first time this cross was awarded to a film director.