Nico Ballesteros is a documentary filmmaker known notably for directing the 2025 American documentary film "In Whose Name?" which focuses on the life of American rapper Kanye West (Ye). Ballesteros started filming the documentary in 2019 when he was 18 years old and captured over 3,000 hours of footage depicting West's life over several years, including his struggles with bipolar disorder, his presidential campaign, personal life, and controversial public moments. He is the founder of NB Studios Inc., the film production company behind the film. Ballesteros is known for his discreet and immersive filming style that allowed him to capture intimate moments in West's life over a period of about six years. The documentary was released in theaters on September 19, 2025.
In addition to directing, Ballesteros also has credits as a cinematographer and writer. His approach to filming was described as a "fly on the wall," maintaining a low profile to authentically document West's life. The project is considered significant not only for its subject but also for the young age at which Ballesteros began working closely with such a high-profile figure in popular culture.
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