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Stai Bene

Set in Florence and performed entirely in Italian, this film follows the intimate evolution of a relationship between an American woman and an Italian man. What begins as a tender, effortless connection gradually reveals the quiet complexities of love shaped by time, place, and unspoken truths.In just a few fleeting moments, the film captures the beauty of connection, the inevitability of change, and the emotional resonance of a love that is both bittersweet and deeply human.

*Note:
- Final edit / DCP still in progress
- Final poster coming soon

  • Sean Daniel Cunningham
    Director
    Hudson, This is When We Met, Greg in LA
  • Sean Daniel Cunningham
    Writer
    Hudson, This is When We Met, Greg in LA
  • Mary Catherine Greenawalt
    Writer
    This is When We Met, Hudson, Bama Rush
  • Mary Catherine Greenawalt
    Producer
  • Carmen Maria Mitchell
    Producer
  • Carmen Maria Mitchell
    Key Cast
    "Carmen"
  • Andrea Livi
    Key Cast
    "Andrea"
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Stai Bene
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 19 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 28, 2026
  • Production Budget:
    15,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    Italy
  • Language:
    Italian
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital (4K)
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Sean Daniel Cunningham

Sean Daniel Cunningham is an award-winning writer and director whose work is defined by subtle humor and emotional honesty. A New York native based in Los Angeles, Sean was nominated for a Young Director Award at Cannes Lions. His narrative work has been featured on Short of the Week and the Oscar-qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival, while his feature film, Hudson, is currently streaming on Amazon Prime and Apple TV.

Following the fourth season of his viral series Greg in LA, Sean is honored to present La Finestra Sempre Aperta, his first foreign-language film. Filmed on location in Florence, the project represents a new creative chapter for Sean, trading his signature comedic timing for a quiet, deeply felt exploration of human connection and the unspoken language of love.

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Director Statement

Working with a bilingual and international team was central to the process. It required a different kind of communication and attention, which ultimately strengthened the authenticity of the performances.

The film follows a relationship shaped by cultural difference, language, and timing, set within the everyday rhythm of Florence. Rather than focusing on dramatic turning points, the intention was to capture the subtle shifts that occur between people as a connection evolves.

The legend of the open window provided a meaningful reference point. It reflects ideas of waiting, memory, and the passage of time, which echo quietly throughout the film.