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Every story is an opportunity to connect hearts and cross borders, turning ideas into emotions that resonate around the world.
Two directors. One visual universe. Get to know us…
Filmmakers and Producers · Almost Red Productions
Roberto F. Canuto and Xu Xiaoxi are independent filmmakers and producers with an international career developed across Europe, the United States, and Asia.
Together, they co-direct Almost Red Productions, a film production company founded in 2011, where they develop fiction, documentary, and commercial projects, with a strong focus on auteur cinema and LGBTIQ+ narratives.
With over 14 years of experience, we produce fiction films, documentaries, branded content, and commercials, always with a distinctive visual style and a deep passion for storytelling. We turn ideas into stories that inspire and build lasting connections.
What Sets Us Apart
International Success. Nuestras producciones han brillado en el escenario global, con más de 50 premios y 500 selecciones en festivales de prestigio. Destaca "Sunken Plum", nuestra obra más galardonada, proyectada en más de 50 países y reconocida con más de 30 premios.
Servicios completos. Facilitamos rodajes en China y Europa, con un equipo experto que gestiona desde la preproducción hasta la postproducción, incluyendo permisos, localizaciones, visados, logística de equipo, contratación de personal local y postproducción en mercados clave como el chino. Si tienes una idea, nosotros la hacemos realidad.
Post-Production Expertise. We provide audiovisual post-production services, including editing and sound mixing, along with promotional videos and trailers that capture the essence of your project and captivate audiences.
Why Choose Us?
At Almost Red Productions , every project is a chance to innovate and collaborate. Our experience across both Chinese and Spanish/European markets enables us to deliver unique, tailored solutions that fit your needs.
Whether it’s a fiction film, a documentary, or a commercial, our team guides you from concept to screen, making sure your vision reaches its full potential and resonates with audiences worldwide.
With us, you don’t just find a production company — you find a partner committed to creativity and quality.
Let's bring your story to life!
The Creative Heart of Almost Red
Roberto F. Canuto is a director, screenwriter, producer, and editor from Asturias with over 17 years of international experience in independent cinema, focusing on human stories with powerful visual impact. His career has developed across Europe, the United States, and Asia, always driven by diverse narratives and a personal creative vision.
He earned a degree in Audiovisual Communication from the Complutense University of Madrid and completed a Master's in Film Directing at the New York Film Academy (NYFA, Universal Studios, Hollywood).
He has worked on fiction, documentary, and commercial projects in Spain, the United States, and China, with films screened at international festivals such as Raindance, SEMINCI, and Outfest. In 2017, the A4 Museum in Sichuan dedicated a monographic exhibition to his work, featuring screenings and production materials that recognized his creative career.
Since 2020, he has developed his professional career in Asturias, focusing on creative production with a global outlook.
Xu Xiaoxi is a film director and screenwriter from Chengdu (China), with international training in video art and film directing, and over 17 years of experience in independent cinema.
He holds a Fine Arts degree from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (South Africa) and earned a Master's in Film Directing from the New York Film Academy (NYFA, Universal Studios, Hollywood) in 2009.
He has worked on numerous projects as a director and cinematographer, both on film and digital. Since 2020, he has been based in Asturias, developing innovative projects in fiction, documentary, and commercial filmmaking.
His vision bridges cultures and geographies, blending visual and narrative references from China, the United States, and Spain, with a personal and contemporary approach.
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Cinema is a universal language that gives voice to the invisible, capturing the essence of every culture with creativity and authenticity.
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