Piero Messina

Italian virtuoso of the visual narrative, Piero Messina, was born in 1981 in Catania, Italy and began his active years in the film industry in 2001. He is known for his work in drama and mystery genres, with his most notable film being "The Wait" (2015), which was nominated for the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. Messina's authorial style is characterized by his use of silence and minimalism, creating a unique, atmospheric aesthetic that is both captivating and emotive. Despite his relatively short career, Messina has quickly established himself as a distinct and powerful voice in contemporary cinema, his films resonating with a profound sense of human emotion and depth.