Christian Filippella is a multifaceted creative force, boasting an impressive array of accolades and achievements within the realm of film production, direction, and cinematography.
As a member of the Producers Guild of America and the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, he has consistently demonstrated his expertise and dedication to the craft.
With a law degree and two master's degrees in film directing, Christian Filippella has received his education from some of the most prestigious institutions in the world.
In 2005, he earned his diploma in film directing from the Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia (SCS),National Film School, in Italy, and in 2006, he was awarded the only bursary from the American Government for an Italian filmmaker to pursue a Master in film directing in the United States.
In 2008, Christian Filippella obtained his second MFA in film directing from the American Film Institute (AFI) after being accepted into UCLA, USC, and NYU.
Throughout his illustrious career, Christian Filippella has received numerous awards and accolades, including the Fulbright Scholarship, the Philip Morris Award twice, the Sergio Corbucci Prize, the Panavision and Arri Award, and the Life Achievement Award and Golden Halo Award by the Motion Picture Council in 2018.
In 2024, he was nominated for an Emmy as a producer in category 1 for Outstanding Drama Series with 'The Bay'.
As a director, producer, and cinematographer, Christian Filippella has worked on several acclaimed feature films starring Oscar winners and nominees, as well as films, music videos, and commercials.
His latest documentary, Aloha Spirit Rising (Cosmic Consciousness),was self-produced, directed, and filmed over the course of a year in the off-the-grid jungle of Puna on the east side of Big Island.
Fluent in Italian, English, and Spanish, Christian Filippella's versatility and talent have made him a respected figure within the film industry.
