Biography

Brooklyn-based Cinematographer Luca Fantini (A.I.C. IMAGO - I.A.T.S.E. Local 600) grew up in a small country village outside of Milan, Italy. Inspired by the lighting and moodiness of great painters such as Caravaggio and Rembrandt, Luca began exploring creative avenues that allowed him to channel his imagination into photography. At age 21, with a motion picture camera in hand, Luca set out on a worldwide journey to shoot wildlife documentaries, many of which received accolades. These experiences compelled Luca to adopt a swift and creative approach to shooting as challenging conditions often dictated. Eventually, Luca transitioned into commercial work, and when he moved to NY he continued on this path while expressing his artistic voice in fictional pieces. Luca works collaboratively to bring out the truth in a story, and he strongly believes that a simple, nimble crew is at the essence of great filmmaking. As his focus has shifted to more narrative storytelling, this approach has strengthened the relationships and foundations he's built over the years. Luca's been a teacher at film schools in Milan and a visiting professor at the University of Padova. He considers mentorship a bedrock to creating a stimulating and sustainable career in film. When he's not on set, Luca's exploring new places, interests, and spending time with his and loving family, to whom he owes much of his success.
- IMDb mini biography by: Emily L. Roos