Luca Pizzoleo
Directing
Biography
Luca Pizzoleo is an award-winning independent filmmaker celebrated for his unique storytelling and viral successes. His latest short film, O.C.D., captivated audiences worldwide, amassing tens of millions of views across social media. With more than 50 million views online, Luca’s work continues to resonate with viewers, cementing his place in the indie film community. His diverse filmography includes In the Valley of the Moon, a 70s-inspired crime drama that gained a cult following and sparked a viral TikTok trend, and The Tragic Death of a Frenchman, a dark stoner comedy. Luca’s work has earned numerous accolades and festival selections at prestigious events like the Nashville Film Festival and SXSW Sydney, as well as features in esteemed publications like Variety and The New York Times.
Known For
A neurotic delivery driver named Owen battles his OCD at a local convenience store while his TikToker girlfriend plans an exposure therapy dinner date at home. But when she helps him resist his compulsion, it subsequently triggers the apocalypse.
O.C.D. (Obsessor Coercio Deus)
In the Valley of the Moon, follows a young man working as a hitman for the Italian mob in 1977. He takes a job in Petaluma, California, posing as a potential buyer at an open house to confront the realtor who he suspects has a sinister connection to his past.
In the Valley of the Moon
After the tragic death of their French drug dealer, two friends must figure out how to get rid of the body with help from their quirky "movie crazed" acquaintance.
The Tragic Death of a Frenchman
In 1849, two brothers travel to California in hopes of finding gold. After an arduous search they're now lost, low on food and the tension between them is starting to rise.
West of Calico
"Gold" follows a young actor named Dean Douglas Cooper, who moves to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams of making it big. When things don't work out, Dean finds himself in an unusual situation: dressed in a gold suit and busking on the corners of Hollywood Boulevard to make ends meet.
Gold
'Seeking Rebirth' follows artist Antonio Del Prete as he creates his next masterpiece.