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Stefano, a renowned film director, is known for his bold and exploratory approach to filmmaking. He has directed a wide range of films, including fantasy, action, adventure, and horror genres. His latest feature films, "Richard: The Lionheart" and "Richard the Lionheart: Rebellion", are inspired by the life of Richard the Lionheart and feature evocative, historical locations and a dedicated cast and crew.
Stefano's career spans over three decades, with his first feature film "Armaghedon" released in 1993. He has since directed numerous films, including "La Via Della Gloria" (2001),which was selected for the Donatello David Award and Golden Ciak, and "Shan - The Ancient Heart of Natural People" (2005),which was produced with support from the United Nations.
In addition to his feature films, Stefano has also directed short films and TV shows. His short film "Guilty Until Proven Innocent" won the Kodak Showcase Award at the Turin Film Festival in 2006, and his TV series "Black & 4X" was produced in collaboration with the NWE (European Wrestling Federation) in 2007.
Stefano's latest feature film, "Solid State", was released in 2011 and stars Vivica A. Fox, Debbie Rochon, and Suzi Lorraine. His TV film "Kingdom of Gladiators" won an Excellence Award at the Indie Film Fest in La Jolla in 2011.
Throughout his career, Stefano has received numerous awards and professional recognition for his work, including the Critics' Choice Award at the Medieval Short Film Festival in Italy for his short film "The Third Layer" in 2014.