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Shaped by Cinema: San Antonio native Antonio Cisneros finds Hollywood success behind camera
By Kiko Martinez at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Cinematographer and San Antonio native Antonio Cisneros was captivated by cinema at an early age. He recalls watching Ridley Scott’s 1979 sci-fi horror masterpiece Alien alone on TV as a child, an experience that he said “really screwed me up.” He also remembers his parents giving him a VHS copy ...
Key takeaway He recalls watching Ridley Scott’s 1979 sci-fi horror masterpiece Alien alone on TV as a child, an experience that he said “really screwed me up.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
Antonio Cisneros's journey to Hollywood success is a testament to the power of early exposure to the arts in San Antonio. As a native of the city, Cisneros's experiences growing up in the Alamo City likely influenced his unique perspective behind the camera. The fact that he was captivated by cinema at a young age suggests that San Antonio's own film scene, though often overshadowed by larger cities, has a profound impact on its residents. Cisneros's success may also inspire a new generation of local filmmakers, who can look to him as a role model and proof that success in the film industry is within reach. With a growing number of film productions choosing San Antonio as a location, Cisneros's story may be just the beginning of a thriving local film community. His achievements will likely be closely watched by those in the Terrell Hills community, who take pride in the accomplishments of their native sons and daughters.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Cinematographer and San Antonio native Antonio Cisneros was captivated by cinema at an early age. He recalls watching Ridley Scott’s 1979 sci-fi horror masterpiece Alien alone on TV as a child, an experience that he said “really screwed me up.” He also remembers his parents giving him a VHS copy ...
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