Magical Neorealism
Gerry Ciccimarra was born in Altamura, Italy on the 26th of June, 1999.
Gerry's initial foray into the world of cinema began at the age of 17, when he started creating music videos and short films. It was during this time that he forged a lasting partnership with a fellow classmate, now a cinematographer, with whom he continues to collaborate closely. During his formative years, he developed a profound interest in cinema, particularly in silent films and German expressionist cinema.
Eager to pursue studies in filmmaking, he studied Set Design in Lecce and graduated with top honors, focusing his thesis on the Uncanny in cinema. Gerry furthered his education by attending a master's program in Film Production at the Aspasia Academy, where he had the opportunity to connect with prominent directors and producers in the Salento region. Currently, he is enrolled in a Master of Arts program in Sciences of Performing Arts and Audiovisual Production at the University of Salento, where he is nearing the completion of his thesis project.
Since 2023, Gerry has been closely collaborating with local entities in Puglia, creating short films rooted in history and folklore. His themes revolve around attention to folklore, superstition, and ancient popular beliefs, exploring human relationships, themes of solitude, and individuals grappling with the acceptance of reality. Gerry's artistic vision often incorporates elements of magical realism, exploring themes of rebirth and the transformative power of embracing a new life.
He explores ritualistic practices born from error, outdated convictions, and irrational behaviors, acknowledging how magic, once revered and now dismissed as superstition, remains a vital lens through which to understand reality across diverse cultures.
Currently, he is working as the Director of Photography on the set of the Fantasy-Horror film The Blind Sun.
  • Director (6 Credits)
    Mercadante2025
    Short
    Power Flow2024
    Short
    Jazzo Inferno2023
    Short
    The Gift2023
    Short, Student
    The End of Neslie2022
    Short
    Leftovers2021
    Short
  • Writer (3 Credits)
    Mercadante2025
    Short
    The End of Neslie2022
    Short
    Leftovers2021
    Short
  • Editor (2 Credits)
    Mercadante2025
    Short
    Power Flow2024
    Short
Best Use of Prop
Power Flow
Rome Premiere Screening - 48H Film Project
Rome
2024
Official Selection
Jazzo Inferno
European Film Festival
Lecce
2023
Official Selection
The End of Neslie
European Film Festival
Lecce
2022
Official Selection
Mercadante
European Film Festival
Lecce
College
BA - Lecce Academy of Fine Arts
Scenography
20182022
College
MA - University of Salento
Sciences of Performing Arts and Audiovisual Production
20222025
College
Master - Accademia Aspasia
Film Production
20222023
High School
Liceo Classico Cagnazzi
Classics
20132018
Birth Date
June 26, 1999
Birth City
Altamura
Current City
Lecce
Hometown
Altamura
Height
173
Gender
Male
Ethnicity
European
Eye Color
Brown
Zodiac Sign
Cancer
"Life is full of infinite absurdities, which, strangely enough, do not even need to appear plausible, because they are true."
- Luigi Pirandello
Magical Neorealism
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