Javier Molina
Born: 1986-01-01 in Ecuador
Known For: Acting
Biography
Born in Quito - ECUADOR, 1986, Francisco Javier Molina is an engineer, actor and media artist working with virtual reality, motion capture, interactive installations, performance art and experimental film. He holds a degree in Telecommunications Engineering from the Army Polytechnic School in Quito, Ecuador. He moved to New York City to study at NYU School of Engineering along with a minor in acting at Uta Hagen’s HB Studio. He has worked at NYU MAGNET, researching VR and AR technologies and teaching motion capture workflow for virtual reality. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electronic Arts at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, focusing on ritual performance in immersive media. Javier's interest in performance has evolved from conventional performing arts to more eclectic and interactive performances. His work offers a creative way to join passion and involvement with contemporary art and combine it with cutting-edge technology.
Filmography
2025
- Roofman as Warren
2024
- Absolution as Gamberro
- Trapped as Joaquin
2022
- Backstage as Self - Interviewee
2021
- Reminiscence as Hank
2020
- Betty as Thief
2019
- Wonder ... (Director)
2018
- Bent as Schuhmann
2016
- This Is Us as Young Risto Rivas
2013
- The Blacklist as Vega Montero
2012
- The Eric Andre Show as Self
2010
- The Day Everything Changes Between Us as Taxi Driver