Sebastián Padilla-Padilla is originally from Monterrey, Nuevo León, where the film " Death to Summer" was shot in its entirety. Death to Summer marks his beginning as a film director. Sebastián's versatility has led him to an unusual spectrum of activities and successful projects, including the design studio Anagrama and Taquería Orinoco. He is the founder of both. He is a Graphic Designer, graduated from the Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM).

Sebastian Padilla’s grandfather, Eduardo Padilla, built the landmark Fátima Church in San Pedro as well as the headquarters for Nylon Mexico and the Edificio Latino in downtown Monterrey. Sebastian’s father Ricardo continued the family legacy as a co-owner of architecture studio Pladis, whose work criss-crosses Mexico with stadiums, mix-use buildings, prominent country clubs, metro stations, and private schools.