Movies by Paola Settimini

Paola Settimini is an Italian filmmaker who has carved out a unique niche in the horror genre, blending classic tropes with inventive twists and a keen eye for visual flair. Her debut feature, Bava Puzzle (2018), immediately established her as a fresh voice in contemporary horror, paying homage to the Italian maestro Mario Bava while forging her own distinct style. Settimini's films are characterized by a moody, atmospheric approach that subverts audience expectations. In Bava Puzzle, she skillfully weaves together multiple narratives, each one a puzzle piece that slowly reveals a chilling, hallucinatory whole. Her latest offering, Per horror intendo? (2021), further demonstrates her penchant for unconventional storytelling, presenting a meta-commentary on the nature of horror itself. Through her studied camerawork and masterful use of light and shadow, Settimini creates a palpable sense of unease, drawing viewers into her unsettling cinematic worlds. Beyond her technical prowess, Settimini's films often grapple with deeper themes of identity, trauma, and the human condition. Her characters are complex and multilayered, their struggles mirroring the director's own exploration of the darker corners of the human experience. With a growing reputation for delivering intelligent, genre-bending horror, Paola Settimini is a filmmaker to watch, poised to leave a lasting mark on the medium.