Private Project

LA PICCOLA BALLERINA

A young dancer attempts to further their career abroad to escape the demons of their past.

  • Amanda Sant' Anna
    Director
  • Amanda Sant' Anna
    Writer
  • Santiago Adame
    Writer
  • Gina Martino
    Producer
  • Victoria Coletto
    Director of Photography
  • Bruno Baroni
    Director of Photography
  • Margot Bres Jurado
    Editor
  • Santiago Adame
    Editor
  • Amanda Sant' Anna
    Editor
  • John Joseph Wiater
    Composer
  • Giada Di Palma
    Key Cast
    "Ballerina"
  • Gina Martino
    Key Cast
    "Ballet Mistress"
  • Luca Mallman
    Key Cast
    "Receptionist"
  • Enzo Pedroni
    Key Cast
    "The Man "
  • Santiago Adame
    Assistant Director
  • Lorenzo Marte
    Gaffer
  • Bruno Baroni
    Colorist
  • Megh Patil
    Sound Designer
  • Lorenzo Marte
    Sound Mixer
  • Styx Latté at ElectricLattéLand
    Sound Engineer
  • Natalia Stopani
    Makeup / Costume Designer
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 14, 2025
  • Country of Origin:
    Italy
  • Country of Filming:
    Italy
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Amanda Sant' Anna

Amanda Sant'Anna is a Brazilian filmmaker and producer. Sant'Anna holds a degree in film, but her passion for filmmaking has been present since childhood. Her work as a director, videographer, and editor blends creativity and technical precision, producing stories that are both emotionally resonant and visually captivating. Whether in fiction, documentaries, or commercials, Amanda's projects stand out for their authenticity and impact.

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Director Statement

I came to Italy planning to direct a short film, but I did not expect it would happen in my first week.

When I visited the city theater in Fiuggi, I was reminded of a screenplay that I wrote in 2017. The location was exactly like I imagined it; I needed to bring that screenplay to life.

I was very fortunate to work with such a great crew and producer. We had never worked together before and had only known each other for a day. On set, multiple languages were spoken with people from various nationalities: Brazil, Mexico, Uruguay, Argentina, Germany, Spain, Italy, United States. We were united by the same goal, to make a film in one week!

I thank our cast and crew for creating these memories that I will cherish in my heart forever!