Dries Vanherwegen is a documentary maker and videographer based in Barcelona and Belgium.
He blends sensitivity, two eyes for detail and movement into every project, crafting handmade, heartfelt documentaries - that is: without being cheesy.
Recent Work
A Frog Plays Piano
What makes something ‘alive’? And what makes somebody feel alive?
An old man named Daniel talks about life and death, imagination and the role of friendship.
A Frog Plays Piano portrays Daniel and his best friend reflecting on these questions in a lucid, analog and imaginary way.
Lo Que Queda
The documentary introduces us to Laura Veraguas, a culinary rebel who transformed Barcelona’s dining landscape before embarking on her own bold venture with Andrea. Together, the duo has redefined high-end catering, creating exquisite dishes for elite clients – but with a twist.
Forget lobster and oysters; Laura serves up luxury in its purest form – with a simple carrot, a leek, or a perfectly ripened tomato. Her work challenges conventional definitions of luxury, proving that true indulgence lies in the beauty of simplicity.
Laura and Andrea’s journey transcends the kitchen, as they push boundaries in Spain’s culinary scene. Working hand-in-hand with local farmers, they champion sustainability and celebrate the authentic flavors of nature. At the same time, they’re unafraid to challenge the patriarchy that still dominates fine dining, using their platform to advocate for gender equality and culinary creativity.
Ver Aguas is more than a company – it’s a manifesto of defiance, innovation, and the power of food. Born from the passion and partnership of Laura and Andrea, the company reflects their shared commitment to equality, flavor and social change.
The biggest stories often originate from the smallest things
The most powerful stories often emerge during life’s most challenging moments. When someone is navigating a mental health crisis, discovering their creative voice, or rebuilding their identity after a major transition. Based between Belgium and Barcelona, I create documentaries that capture these pivotal human experiences, drawing on my background in sociology and years of research at Ghent University to find the stories that matter most.
My films explore what happens when people face uncertainty—the moments that reveal something essential about resilience, growth, and what it means to be human in our rapidly changing world. These are the stories that often go untold, the ones that help us understand ourselves and each other better. I’m always looking for the next story that needs to be told.