Christopher Summa is a renowned director and producer, celebrated for his work on the feature-length documentary "The Boy Who Found Gold", which sheds light on the remarkable life and artistic endeavors of world-renowned artist and Roman Catholic priest William Hart McNichols.
Prior to the creation of this documentary, Summa had already established himself as a talented filmmaker through the direction of four award-winning short films, which garnered international recognition and played at esteemed festivals such as the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.
Throughout his career, Summa has been the recipient of numerous film grants, including those from the Connecticut Commission on the Arts and the Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art, a testament to his dedication to his craft.
He has also received special recognition at The Brooklyn Film Festival for his unique ability to seamlessly integrate Italian-American and African-American themes into his work, a characteristic that sets him apart from his peers.
Summa's experiences at the Actors Studio in New York and the Work Center of Jerzy Grotowski in Pontedera, Italy, played a significant role in shaping his approach to working with actors. He spent a year honing his skills at the Actors Studio, where he developed a unique method of collaboration that has become a hallmark of his work.
Additionally, Summa holds a degree from the School of Visual Arts in New York City, providing a solid foundation for his creative pursuits.
