Faccia Brutta
New York City, New York | Film Short
Drama
The story follows 12 year old Isabella, who is forced to navigate her family’s hyper-critical matriarchs at a family gathering. Throughout the evening, Isabella must decide whether or not to conform to the harsh implications of womanhood that her Italian culture has placed upon her and her family.
Faccia Brutta
New York City, New York | Film Short
Drama
1 Campaigns | New York, United States
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The story follows 12 year old Isabella, who is forced to navigate her family’s hyper-critical matriarchs at a family gathering. Throughout the evening, Isabella must decide whether or not to conform to the harsh implications of womanhood that her Italian culture has placed upon her and her family.
About The Project
- The Story
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Mission Statement
The Story
The Story
The story follows 12 year old Isabella, who is forced to navigate her family’s hyper-critical matriarchs at a family gathering. Throughout the evening, Isabella must decide whether or not to conform to the harsh standards of womanhood that her Italian culture has placed upon her and her family. Along the way she realizes that she is not the only one who is cracking under the scrutiny of those around her.
Why I’m Making This Film
I was inspired to tell this story because in part; it is my own. The family in which I grew up was dominated by fierce and opinionated women. It has been difficult to reconcile that these women who I admire; are the same people who inflicted serious harm upon my self image.
But as I got older I learned that the reason for this treatment had nothing to do with me; but rather this harsh scrutinization of young women’s appearance is extremely standard treatment in Italian society. Like many cultures, Italian culture has a serious issue with viewing women as objects; their worth being valued by their body and their beauty.
Photo From: Italian Public Access Television; Channel 5.
This way of thinking is a vicious cycle that is passed down by generations; inflicting serious harm on the self esteem and mental health of the young women who are subjected to it. I am making this film in hopes of ending this cycle in my family, and inspiring others to do the same. I hope that this film will provide a source of solace for other people who have been through a similar experience, and to challenge the thinking of those who still consciously or subconsciously enforce these standards.
Your Impact
Authenticity is the most important part of the creative process for this production, that means hiring very specific actors, renting lights and lenses, and buying costumes and props that are true to Sicilian American heritage.
Please donate anything you can, no amount is too small! If you cannot donate, share this post, tell your friends and family about it, spreading the word is a great way to help. Telling this important story means spreading awareness about this relatively hidden social problem. Your contribution is what makes this film possible!
Visual Aspects
To help depict my film’s visual landscape, the most important aspects of imagery and symbolism are: Reflections and mirrors, Religion; the catholic religion and of course, the Sicilian American culture itself.
After Shooting
Once we finish shooting our editors will be hard at work, creating a fine cut, coloring, and sound mixing. After we have completed the project we will send it out to festivals. We are extremely excited for you to see the finished product.
Thank you so much,
Alyssa DiMartino
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Food
Costs $1,300
Mangia! Help us feed our cast and crew. Everybody's gotta eat!
Props, Costumes, Production Design
Costs $900
Help us visually depict Sicilian culture! It's not gonna decorate itself.
Equipment Transportation
Costs $900
Andiamo! Here we go, let's get that equipment from the rental house to the set & back!
Grip & Electric
Costs $1,000
Luci! Lights are vital in creating an authentic film environment.
Camera Equipment
Costs $1,900
Lenses, monitors, & more! Our crew needs the equipment necessary to create a beautiful film. Azione!
Sound
Costs $400
Ascoltare! Listen up! Our sound crew needs microphone equipment.
Casting
Costs $1,000
The acting in this film must be perfezionare! Perfect! That's why we need help paying our cast.
Production Costs & Emergencies
Costs $1,000
Allotting money for unforeseen expenses and emergencies is vital in the creation of a film.
Post Production/Festival Run
Costs $600
Once filming is finito (finished) we move to editing, and after that, we submit to festivals!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Meet Our Team!
Alyssa DiMartino
(Writer/Director)
Alyssa DiMartino is a Writer, Director, Production Designer, and Producer. She is currently a senior at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, studying Film and TV. Over the past 3 years she has worked on many film sets predominantly in the Art Department. She has directed 2 short films of her own over the past 2 years, and has also written scripts for other directors that have been produced into short films. As for industry experience, Alyssa has worked as a Post Production Intern Cozy Post, and Development Intern at Andrew Lauren Productions.
Idil Eryürekli
(Director Of Photography)
Idil is a Turkish director of photography based in New York City. She’s currently a senior in Film & TV at New York University, where she spends her weekends shooting or gaffing productions. In the past three years, she’s shot numerous thesis films and other shorts, a web series, a TV Pilot, and independent music videos. She’s drawn to diverse scripts with life and strong visual elements.
Taylor Taglianetti
(Producer)
Taylor Taglianetti is a proud Italian American from Brooklyn, NY. In January 2019, she founded the National Organization of Italian Americans in Film & Television (NOIAFT). In addition to running NOIAFT, Taylor works in the Casting department at NBC and is a senior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, graduating in January 2020. Taylor is a Film and Television major and minors in the Business of Entertainment, Media and Technology. In addition to actively pitching and developing various feature length projects, Taylor also has experience producing and directing short films. Taylor has received scholarships from the Columbus Citizens Foundation, the Brooklyn Academy of Music and The Charles & Lucille King Family Foundation.
Natalie Silverman
(Assistant Director)
Natalie Silverman is a senior at NYU excited to pursue both business and creative development in the television and film industry. She’s currently working for three wonderful talent managers at CLA. Previously she has interned at Anonymous Content, Sikelia Productions and Atlantic Pictures. The first time she read the script for this project she fell in love with the concept and female driven ensemble cast. She thinks that the subject is applicable to many cultures. She looks forward to supporting the director with her vision and making this movie happen.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The Story
The story follows 12 year old Isabella, who is forced to navigate her family’s hyper-critical matriarchs at a family gathering. Throughout the evening, Isabella must decide whether or not to conform to the harsh standards of womanhood that her Italian culture has placed upon her and her family. Along the way she realizes that she is not the only one who is cracking under the scrutiny of those around her.
Why I’m Making This Film
I was inspired to tell this story because in part; it is my own. The family in which I grew up was dominated by fierce and opinionated women. It has been difficult to reconcile that these women who I admire; are the same people who inflicted serious harm upon my self image.
But as I got older I learned that the reason for this treatment had nothing to do with me; but rather this harsh scrutinization of young women’s appearance is extremely standard treatment in Italian society. Like many cultures, Italian culture has a serious issue with viewing women as objects; their worth being valued by their body and their beauty.
Photo From: Italian Public Access Television; Channel 5.
This way of thinking is a vicious cycle that is passed down by generations; inflicting serious harm on the self esteem and mental health of the young women who are subjected to it. I am making this film in hopes of ending this cycle in my family, and inspiring others to do the same. I hope that this film will provide a source of solace for other people who have been through a similar experience, and to challenge the thinking of those who still consciously or subconsciously enforce these standards.
Your Impact
Authenticity is the most important part of the creative process for this production, that means hiring very specific actors, renting lights and lenses, and buying costumes and props that are true to Sicilian American heritage.
Please donate anything you can, no amount is too small! If you cannot donate, share this post, tell your friends and family about it, spreading the word is a great way to help. Telling this important story means spreading awareness about this relatively hidden social problem. Your contribution is what makes this film possible!
Visual Aspects
To help depict my film’s visual landscape, the most important aspects of imagery and symbolism are: Reflections and mirrors, Religion; the catholic religion and of course, the Sicilian American culture itself.
After Shooting
Once we finish shooting our editors will be hard at work, creating a fine cut, coloring, and sound mixing. After we have completed the project we will send it out to festivals. We are extremely excited for you to see the finished product.
Thank you so much,
Alyssa DiMartino
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Food
Costs $1,300
Mangia! Help us feed our cast and crew. Everybody's gotta eat!
Props, Costumes, Production Design
Costs $900
Help us visually depict Sicilian culture! It's not gonna decorate itself.
Equipment Transportation
Costs $900
Andiamo! Here we go, let's get that equipment from the rental house to the set & back!
Grip & Electric
Costs $1,000
Luci! Lights are vital in creating an authentic film environment.
Camera Equipment
Costs $1,900
Lenses, monitors, & more! Our crew needs the equipment necessary to create a beautiful film. Azione!
Sound
Costs $400
Ascoltare! Listen up! Our sound crew needs microphone equipment.
Casting
Costs $1,000
The acting in this film must be perfezionare! Perfect! That's why we need help paying our cast.
Production Costs & Emergencies
Costs $1,000
Allotting money for unforeseen expenses and emergencies is vital in the creation of a film.
Post Production/Festival Run
Costs $600
Once filming is finito (finished) we move to editing, and after that, we submit to festivals!
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Meet Our Team!
Alyssa DiMartino
(Writer/Director)
Alyssa DiMartino is a Writer, Director, Production Designer, and Producer. She is currently a senior at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, studying Film and TV. Over the past 3 years she has worked on many film sets predominantly in the Art Department. She has directed 2 short films of her own over the past 2 years, and has also written scripts for other directors that have been produced into short films. As for industry experience, Alyssa has worked as a Post Production Intern Cozy Post, and Development Intern at Andrew Lauren Productions.
Idil Eryürekli
(Director Of Photography)
Idil is a Turkish director of photography based in New York City. She’s currently a senior in Film & TV at New York University, where she spends her weekends shooting or gaffing productions. In the past three years, she’s shot numerous thesis films and other shorts, a web series, a TV Pilot, and independent music videos. She’s drawn to diverse scripts with life and strong visual elements.
Taylor Taglianetti
(Producer)
Taylor Taglianetti is a proud Italian American from Brooklyn, NY. In January 2019, she founded the National Organization of Italian Americans in Film & Television (NOIAFT). In addition to running NOIAFT, Taylor works in the Casting department at NBC and is a senior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, graduating in January 2020. Taylor is a Film and Television major and minors in the Business of Entertainment, Media and Technology. In addition to actively pitching and developing various feature length projects, Taylor also has experience producing and directing short films. Taylor has received scholarships from the Columbus Citizens Foundation, the Brooklyn Academy of Music and The Charles & Lucille King Family Foundation.
Natalie Silverman
(Assistant Director)
Natalie Silverman is a senior at NYU excited to pursue both business and creative development in the television and film industry. She’s currently working for three wonderful talent managers at CLA. Previously she has interned at Anonymous Content, Sikelia Productions and Atlantic Pictures. The first time she read the script for this project she fell in love with the concept and female driven ensemble cast. She thinks that the subject is applicable to many cultures. She looks forward to supporting the director with her vision and making this movie happen.