Damon Maulucci is an acclaimed film director, writer, and educator, renowned for his impressive body of work, including feature films, Detonator, Paul Williams Still Alive, and the critically acclaimed short film, Florida Moves.
Detonator, his debut feature, made its world premiere at the esteemed Cinequest, Brooklyn Film Festival, and Philadelphia Film Festival, garnering widespread critical acclaim and recognition. The film was short-listed for an Independent Spirit Award and was distributed both theatrically and digitally, earning praise from prominent film critics, including Variety, Village Voice, The Wall Street Journal, Film Threat, and Filmmaker Magazine.
A graduate of Columbia University's prestigious MFA Film Program, Damon has consistently demonstrated his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. His student shorts, Bad Light and Little Man, have screened internationally, showcasing his versatility and range as a filmmaker.
As a producer, Damon played a key role in the documentary Paul Williams Still Alive, which premiered at the 2011 Toronto International Film Festival and SXSW. This collaboration further solidified his reputation as a talented and innovative filmmaker.
Throughout his career, Damon has effortlessly balanced his teaching and creative pursuits, serving as a Professor at Ringling College of Art and Design (RCAD),a top-ranked film school, according to The Hollywood Reporter. His dedication to his students and the craft has been recognized with a grant to write and direct Florida Moves, a community-focused film that has been showcased at numerous prestigious film festivals, including Dances With Films, Jacksonville, Sunscreen (St. Petersburg),and Sarasota.
