Josef Kubota Wladyka, the youngest of three sons, was born to a Japanese mother and a Polish father who shared a profound passion for dance, photography, and cinema. This artistic influence had a profound impact on his early life, inspiring him to experiment with filmmaking during his high school years.
As his skills and talent continued to grow, his short films and commercials gained international recognition, being showcased at prestigious film festivals and on Jet Blue Airlines. His accomplishments did not go unnoticed, earning him a nomination for the Young Director's award and the Porsche student advertising award.
Wladyka's academic achievements are equally impressive, as he holds an MFA from NYU's Tisch Graduate Film School, where he was awarded the esteemed Spike Lee Fellowship. His feature film debut, "Manos Sucias", released in 2014, has received widespread acclaim, including two SFFS/KRF Filmmaking Awards and the Canon Camera Award.
When not working on his latest projects, Wladyka can often be found on the Brooklyn basketball courts, where he humbly admits to frequently losing to teenagers.
Josef Kubota Wladyka's remarkable journey in the world of film is a testament to his dedication, creativity, and perseverance.
