Luís Moya

Independent Filmmaker, DP & Documentary Director

I blend artistic vision with technical precision to tell stories that explore identity, resilience, and the human experience.
My films have earned recognition in cinemas and festivals worldwide.
I believe stories have the power to move us, shift perspectives, and inspire change.
And that's what I bring to every project.

Cinema

"POR DETRÁS DA MOEDA"
"THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COIN"

Documentary | 93’
Filmmaker Luís Moya moves into the streets of Porto to live alongside its musicians, uncovering the intimate stories full of humanity, talent, and hardship behind every public performance.

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"MADRE BELEN"

Doc-fiction | 60´
In a poor neighborhood where houses float on the river, a mother fights for her family’s survival, dreaming that one day they might live in a home on solid ground.


"SOM DA ALMA"
"THE SOUND OF THE SOUL"

Doc / fiction / Experimental | 20'
An evocative journey that captures human essence through expressions, tracing life's fragility and universality across faces, sounds, and silences.


"CANTE PELA SUA SAÚDE"
"SING FOR YOUR HEALTH"

Doc | 30´
"A client documentary exploring how singing helps improve physical and emotional well-being, while combating loneliness through the power of community and music."


"MIA MIA SUDAN TAMAM TAMAM"

Doc | 17´
Sudan : War, destruction and poorness, is what media shows all the time.
But in this World completely apart, even in the middle of misery, there’s always a pure, innocent and happy side.

Awards | Recognitions
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Screenings


Press | Media

Some TV interviews

enterview RTP1

Television Interview - RTP 1

enterview RTP1

Television Interview - RTP 2

Portuguese Cinema Academy

Portuguese Cinema Academy

Portuguese Cinema Academy

Television interview

Some Articles, radio & Written Coverage

R.Renascença
Fantasporto _premio
Morte Alex_por detrás da moeda
Observador

Film posters


Behind the Scenes | On Set

Broadcast / TV Work

Alongside my filmmaking practice, I’ve worked extensively as a camera operator in live television broadcasts, major sports events, and field-based documentaries.• Experience with national and international broadcasters and production companies with global feed distribution.
• ENG services for television, often as a one-person crew.
• Filmed television documentaries in Gabon, Australia, Portugal, India, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Sudan, among others.
• Clients include RTP, CNN, FIFA, UEFA, NBA, Al Jazeera, and Euronews.

This background sharpens my storytelling and gives me versatility in fast-paced or challenging environmentsIt is my greatest passion: turning real people and their stories into cinema.

Currently based in Porto, Portugal.
Available for collaborations worldwide.

Contact me