Daniele Ciprì

A master of Italian cinema, Daniele Ciprì was born in 1962 in Palermo, Italy, and began his active career in the late 1980s, predominantly in the genres of drama, comedy, and crime. His most notable works include "It Was the Son" and "The Return of Cagliostro," the former of which won him the Volpi Cup for Best Cinematography at the Venice Film Festival. Ciprì's authorial style is characterized by an unflinching portrayal of gritty realities, often presented through a darkly comedic lens. In his films, Ciprì reveals a deep understanding of the human condition, painting vivid and poignant portraits of life in his Italian homeland.