
Carmen Franco
Directing
Biography
Baby I always wake up at lunchtime I never wake up in the morning I always wake up at lunchtime Nah, I never wake up in the morning No, 'cause it's cold I always wake up at lunchtime Lunchtime
Known For

Two friends mourn the loss of a loved one, but the investigation reveals a shocking detail.
TAPE

A series of slides alternating with short animations evokes the digital aesthetics of the early 2000s. The messages, blending audiovisual and literary language, playfully mock the romantic communication forms of the blog era while maintaining an underlying sincerity and truth. The author aims to communicate in a style that mixes nostalgia and the grotesque, playing with contrasts between a light tone and the authenticity of the emotions expressed, offering a reflection on how the expression of feelings has evolved in the digital age.
Corto Franco II

Two friends are discussing a shocking revelation that another friend of theirs has just made.
Komakino

What really lies behind the walls of the Naples Academy of Fine Arts? From occult symbols to reptilian rituals and Masonic plots, this mockumentary dives into the dark (and absurd) side of art… if you dare to watch!
Accademia Svelata

In an underground setting, a young man is about to commit disgraceful acts when his older friend and mentor tries to steer him back onto the right path.
NON FARLO

Two street artists compete by playing on stereotypes.
O' Quarant'otto

A visual experiment, Redflections is a film that plays with contrasts to highlight the protagonist's features and the patterns that surround her.
Redflections

The author describes herself through a series of impressions that illustrate her artistic and life journey. The narration takes on shades of red, which becomes the visual thread connecting images of her homeland, her art, and the moments in which she interacts with these elements. Through intimate and contemplative shots, she delves into a visual meditation on the meaning of her existence.
Zautoritratto

A young woman slowly falls into madness after obsessively hearing a song that comes from nowhere.
Si acal' a voce

A guy wanders through the city, focused on something, when he suddenly remembers he’s forgotten a crucial detail.
Dimenticanze

A girl begins to choke and is assisted by her friend. Soon, the situation takes a surreal turn.
à bout de souffle

Two friends find a puppet hanging in the woods. Why did it do that?
Atrocity Exhibition

In the third chapter of this series dedicated to a special person, the author creates a short film by layering images salvaged from “discarded” footage from a previous set where he had worked with her, together with scenes recorded on his way home after a joyful day spent in her company. That day, everything he saw appeared beautiful to him, illuminated by her presence. This film brings that feeling to the screen.
Corto Franco III

This short film, produced by students of the Academy of Fine Arts in Naples, illustrates the creative process behind designing the commemorative jersey for Napoli Basket. The project symbolizes the collaboration between the Academy and the team, blending art and sport to honor the city's 2500-year history. Through imaginative visuals, the film captures the spirit of Naples and the shared effort to celebrate its heritage.
Eterna Napoli

A young man walks despondently, evoking memories of a past that cannot return.
La Passione

We see the life of a teenage girl unfold across various scenarios, ranging from bucolic to surreal
Caccia al cinghiale

A scene from the classic russian novel by Alekandr Puskin, Evgenij Onegin. Tatiana longs for her lover and writes his name on the glass with a finger.
O.E.

A young man receives an unexpected visitor, forcing him to confront the burden of tradition and the consequences it carries.
Le Tradizioni

A young artist unleashes her creativity on paper. However, the drawing seems to come to life, taking on a horrifying twist.
Elemendi

A young man runs from his fate, which, inevitably, will catch up with him.