Guardians of the Canopy
Guardians of the Canopy
This short film by Camilo Villegas follows Rafi , a native of Monteverde, Costa Rica, and a pioneer of climbing some of the tallest trees in the cloud forest. Through a lifetime of exploration in the canopy, Rafi has helped redefine what tree climbing can be—not just as sport, but as a tool for restoration, education, and conservation .
Film Maker
Camilo Villegas
Costa Rica
Camilo Villegas is a multidisciplinary audiovisual artist and director who combines emotional storytelling with the vibrant essence of the tropics. With over a decade of experience working for major brands, NGOs, and social enterprises, he has focused on developing authentic visual narratives that fuse artistic sensibility with strategic communication. His creative vision explores movement and emotion as universal languages that connect art, humanity, and purpose.