Uldis Cekulis is a Latvian producer and founder of VFS FILMS, established in 1997. Recipient of the International Trailblazer Award in Cannes, he has produced over 50 creative documentaries and docu-series, sometimes also working as cinematographer. His films, including Bridges of Time, Ukrainian Sheriffs, The Jump and The Rossellinis, premiered at major festivals including Venice, IDFA and Shanghai. He is an EFA member and international documentary mentor.