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Hello Stella

After learning that he has a child on the way, an amateur hitman has to leave behind the criminal world before it destroys his family life.

  • Michael Giovannini
    Director
  • Michael Giovannini
    Writer
  • Michael Giovannini
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Crime, Thriller
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes 36 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 2, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    600 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Tampa
  • Fall 2023 Blackbox Film Festival
    Tampa
    United States
    December 8, 2023
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Michael Giovannini

Michael Giovannini is an Irish-Italian American student who is currently studying for his B.F.A. in Film and Media Arts at The University of Tampa. With the goal of becoming a professional director and cinematographer, Giovannini also plans on creating his own production company.

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Director Statement

Hello Stella is the most ambitious film I have ever made. With multiple actors and locations, I wanted to tell an entertaining story with this film. Any fan of crime and thriller films will love Hello Stella. The theme of fatherhood is intentionally prominent throughout this film. My goal with Hello Stella is for all potential fathers to really comprehend the message of this film before having any children of their own.