Born in Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy, Riccardo has spent a significant amount of time living in the United States, and is currently based in Milan, Italy.
Starting his career as a music video director, Riccardo has worked with renowned artists such as Zucchero, Franco Battiato, Ligabue, Midge Ure, Elio&st, and many others, developing a unique expertise in "guerrilla" and "creative" productions.
In addition to his feature film work, Riccardo is now primarily a commercials director, with a passion for shooting TV promos, documentaries, and web videos. Throughout his career, he has directed over 450 commercial productions, earning numerous awards and accolades.
Riccardo has also worked as a visual effects supervisor for several Italian films, showcasing his versatility and range as a filmmaker.
His most recent feature film, "Kileer Mosquitoes," was produced by Minerva Pictures for Sky TV International and premiered at the BIFAN 2018 film festival. The eerie, action-packed teen horror comedy explores themes of darkness and terror.
In 2015, Riccardo released his first feature film, "Neverlake," a dark ghost tale set in mysterious Tuscany, entirely shot in English and premiered at the Courmayeur Noir Film Festival. The film has since been showcased at the Shanghai International Film Festival and the Russia-Italia Film Festival.
Riccardo's second feature, "Basta Poco," was co-directed with actor and scriptwriter Andrea Muzzi and features the collaboration of Ugo Chiti. This "social" comedy explores the search for happiness during a period of crisis.
Additionally, Riccardo has directed the documentary/feature film "Dailies," which premiered at the Rome Film Festival and was also shown at the Festival dei Popoli.
Riccardo's short films include "11 B" and "Questione di un Attimo," featuring performances by Michela Cescon and Giulia Bevilacqua.
With a specialization in creative cinematography, visual storytelling, acting, humor, and kid stories, Riccardo brings a unique perspective to his projects. He is also skilled in special effects and has worked on a range of commercial films, including institutional ads for banks, media, and services, as well as mass consumption products such as food, kids' products, and retail.
Riccardo's directorial input is to add a unique and original idea to the original script, whether it be plot-wise or visually, to bring out the best in the story. His clients appreciate his ability to add a human touch to his stories while maintaining an international yet personal style.
In addition to his directing work, Riccardo collaborates on writing formats and film ideas for companies such as Sky and Mediaset, and has directed TV programs, including the popular Italian show "X-Style," which focuses on fashion and lifestyle.
