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The Fencer

Gabbie is a young up and coming fencer who through years of training has shaped herself into one of the greatest fencers in the country. She’s led by her domineering father and coach, Enzo, who is determined to give his daughter the opportunities he never had.

But when Gabbie is struck by a sudden medical emergency, this young fencer now has a choice to make: longevity or legacy.

  • Nicholas Marchetti
    Director
  • Nicholas Marchetti
    Writer
  • Angela Wong Carbone
    Producer
    Dragonfly, You Mourn Weird
  • George N. Makrinos
    Producer
  • Alanah Rafferty
    Producer
  • Bear D'Angelo
    Key Cast
    "Gabbie"
    Power: Book II
  • Ray Abruzzo
    Key Cast
    "Enzo"
    The SOpranos, Night Court
  • Emily Kordovich
    Director of Photography
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Sports
  • Runtime:
    13 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 10, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    25,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • AGBO Italian American Filmmaker Fellowship

    Recipient
Director Biography - Nicholas Marchetti

Nicholas Marchetti is an Emmy winning writer, director, and editor. His most recent film, You Mourn Weird, screened at the Chelsea Film Festival. His previous film, Dragonfly, won best short at the Bowery Film Festival. He lives in Manhattan with his wife, Alyssa, under the firm but fair rule of their two cats.

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Director Statement

This story takes inspiration from the experiences of my wife, Alyssa, who is an Italian-American fencer. She was driven by the Italian mantra, La Bella Figura, which means to present the ideal version of yourself to the world. I thought my family was the only one that was aware of this phrase, until I met her. When we met we discovered that La Bella Figura played such a pivotal role in shaping our lives.

Even Italian-Americans that may not be aware of the phrase will certainly be familiar with what it represents. It’s an idea that motivates, but it can also be a double-edged sword, fixating us on success and sometimes to our own detriment. We wanted to tell a story that spoke not just to Italian-Americans, but to anyone that's struggled to become the best version of themselves.

We hope that viewers find this story as compelling as we do.