A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Alias:
varootski
Birthplace:
Spain
Born:
June 12, 2002
Baruc Tort (also known online as Varootski) is a Puerto Rican filmmaker, animator, and actor. He is the co-founder of the production company Guineo Video, under which he produces and show-runs the web-series "Biombo" (2025) with his creative partner (creator) Monky Boy. He wears many hats such as: producer, director, writer, animator, actor, and much more. Baruc started acting and making art when he was very young, and later discovered his love for film at 13 through an intensive film camp. He animated his first original short "Now" traditionally on pen and paper with index cards; he also wrote, voiced, and composed the score. He has minor acting roles such as: the music video for "Flor" by Los Rivera Destino (feat. Bad Bunny), featured extra in Picando Alante by Israel Lugo, and several miscellaneous advertisements. He is also known online for his many comedic voice acting videos and memes.
Animation Director:
2025 Biombo: VAMPIREO (Pilot)
Producer:
2025 Biombo: VAMPIREO (Pilot)
Storyboard Artist:
2025 Biombo: VAMPIREO (Pilot)
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