Francesco Carrozzini was born in 1982 in Monza, Italy, where he was raised in a highly creative environment. As a teenager, he began experimenting with photography and filmmaking, collaborating with friends on various projects.
In 1999, Carrozzini relocated to the United States, where he studied film at the University of California, Los Angeles. He later returned to Italy to pursue a degree in philosophy at the University of Milan.
Carrozzini's professional career in photography and filmmaking began in 2004, when he moved to New York City to assist renowned photographers Peter Lindbergh and Bruce Weber. His early work included directing commercials and documentaries, including a project for the 51st Venice Biennale and a documentary about the Polish Theater Wierszalin.
In 2006, Carrozzini collaborated with The New York Times on "The New York Times Screen Tests," a series of intimate video interviews with entertainment figures, including Natalie Portman, Charlize Theron, and Marion Cotillard. The project received a nomination at the 37th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards.
Carrozzini's subsequent work includes directing short films, such as "1937," a psychological thriller shot in the Chelsea Hotel, which premiered at the 65th Venice Film Festival. He has also directed numerous commercials and campaigns for clients like Apple Music, Fiat 500, and Tommy Hilfiger, as well as shooting photographs for editorials and luxury brands.
Carrozzini's portraits are known for their narrative quality, featuring subjects such as Robert De Niro, Angelina Jolie, Cate Blanchett, and Kanye West. He began directing music videos in 2013, working with artists like Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Lenny Kravitz.
In 2016, Carrozzini released his first feature-length film, "Franca: Chaos and Creation," a documentary about his mother's life and legacy. The film premiered at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival and received widespread acclaim. It also screened at festivals in Los Angeles, Mumbai, Denver, Vancouver, and Palm Springs, and was awarded the Nastro d'Argento by the Italian National Syndicate of Film Journalists in 2017.
Today, Carrozzini continues to work between New York and Los Angeles, directing commercials, music videos, and feature films, as well as shooting photographs for editorial and commercial clients.
