Private Project

Chi Va Piano

After living abroad in Rome for 7 years Alan receives some devastating news from back home. Alan succumbs to depression and writes a farewell letter to her closest friend Giovanni. But is it really goodbye?

  • David X Mooney
    Writer and Director
  • Tatenda Chitima
    Director of Photography
  • Daisy Pinckley
    Key Cast
    "Alan"
  • Bruno Bielecki
    Key Cast
    "Giovanni"
  • Oma Houbadi
    Key Cast
    "Erica"
  • Francesca Ferraro
    Key Cast
    "Vanessa"
  • August Hayes
    Editor
  • Runtime:
    21 minutes 45 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 12, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    3,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    Italy
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography

David grew up on a ranch in the central Texas region. After beginning as a passionate writer, David began exploring the film scene and fell in love. After serving as a production assistant, background actor, and sound grip to several other small student and indie projects it was time for David to take a step in the direction of creating. Chi Va Piano is David’s debut as a film director.

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Director Statement

Chi Va Piano was a very personal story for me. After losing my brother to depression during the pandemic I wanted to retell a story I had already written. Chi Va Piano serves as a reminder of the importance of staying close to those you care about and for a personal note it serves as a proper goodbye to my brother.