Rolando Colla is an award-winning Swiss director and screenwriter. He was born in Lugano, Switzerland in 1963 and began his career in the late 1980s with shorts and documentaries. He is known for pushing boundaries and for his poetic and visual storytelling.
Colla's feature film debut was in 1992 with the critically acclaimed "Luna di fiele" (Moon of Bitterness). The drama follows the story of a young woman, Giulia, who is struggling to come to terms with her mother's death. The film earned Colla a nomination for the Best First Feature at the 1992 Venice Film Festival.
In 1995, Colla made his second feature film, "La Sposa" (The Bride). The film tells the story of a young woman, Giulia, who is forced to marry a much older man to save her family from financial ruin. The film was well received and earned Colla a nomination for the Golden Lion at the 1995 Venice Film Festival.
Colla's third feature film was "Il Vento" (The Wind) in 1998. The drama follows the story of a young man who is forced to choose between his family and his dreams. The film earned Colla an award for Best Director at the 1999 Locarno Film Festival.
In 2005, Colla directed "L’Uomo Che Verra" (The Man Who Will Come). The film tells the story of a family during World War II as they struggle to survive. The film earned Colla a nomination for the Golden Lion at the 2005 Venice Film Festival.
Colla's most recent feature film is the 2012 drama "Tir" (Arrow). The film tells the story of a father and son who must confront their past in order to move forward. The film earned Colla a nomination for the Golden Leopard at the 2013 Locarno Film Festival.
Colla is a master of visual storytelling and his films often explore themes of human relationships, identity, and belonging. His films have been showcased at film festivals around the world and have earned him numerous awards and nominations. He continues to push boundaries and create powerful films that resonate with audiences.
