Juan Carlos Lemus Polanía is a cultural polymath whose work bridges the worlds of cinema, music, and philosophy. A respected film critic and creator of the LatAm Cine con Acento podcast, he has contributed to renowned publications including El Espectador, Cambio, and Ventana Indiscreta. His critical voice has reached audiences through coverage of major international film festivals, such as the Berlinale and Cannes, and he has served as a jury member at film events in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Holding an MBA from Universidad de los Andes, Lemus also studied creative writing at Madrid’s Escuela de Escritores and practical philosophy at UNED. His intellectual depth is matched by an artistic instinct, which is expressed through his work as a DJ and music selector for various radio stations. His sets have taken him to stages in Colombia, Peru, Japan, the Balkans, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, where he has shared lineups with artists like Toy Selectah and Love My Robot.

As a global citizen and triathlete, Lemus approaches life with a distinct personal philosophy: that intellectual rigour, artistic expression, and physical discipline are not separate domains but interconnected paths to meaning. Whether behind the decks, at the keyboard, or exploring a new city, he navigates the world with curiosity, precision, and a deep commitment to culture as a lived experience. While training, his mantra is “Push the body to silence the mind”.