Matteo Faccenda

Director

Matteo Faccenda, born in 1984, is an Italian director, producer, and editor specializing in documentary films. His work focuses on topics that highlight social and cultural issues, combining them with a clear visual signature. His film REFLEX ON THE SCREEN (2021, directed by Matteo Faccenda) was shown at the Visioni dal Mondo festival. In this work, he explores the influence of digital media on individual and collective consciousness. With precise observation and cinematic sensitivity, Faccenda succeeds in illuminating the interaction between screen reality and human perception. He made another important contribution with GENIUS LOCI (2022, directed by Matteo Faccenda), an 80-minute documentary film. The work deals with the concept of the “spirit of place” and has been presented at international festivals, including Visioni dal Mondo. With this film, he demonstrated his ability to translate cultural-historical and philosophical concepts into film and make them accessible to a wider audience. In addition, his filmography includes other works that position him as a versatile filmmaker. His projects combine documentary precision with an artistic signature that has been well received by critics. Matteo Faccenda has received recognition for his films at festivals, particularly through the selection of his works in competitions such as Visioni dal Mondo, which is considered a platform for international documentaries. He has thus established himself as a fixture on the European documentary film scene. With REFLEX ON THE SCREEN and GENIUS LOCI, Matteo Faccenda has proven that he is one of the innovative voices of contemporary Italian documentary filmmaking, combining social issues with artistic consistency.

Films on Sooner

Reflex on the Screen

2021

77 mins

Documentary, Queer

An intimate portrait about Stefano's transition, his self-image, and the dark side of media visibility in trans masculinity.

Genius Loci

2022

81 mins

Documentary, Independent

A journey across Asia in search of its spiritual essence and the hidden spirit within ourselves.