Valentina Signorelli is an Italian film director, screenwriter, producer and actress. She is best known for her independent films which explore themes of identity, gender, and relationships.
Signorelli was born in Piacenza, Italy in 1973. She studied at the University of Parma, where she received her degree in directing in 1998. She began her career in the film industry as an assistant to filmmakers such as Nanni Moretti and Roberto Benigni.
In 2002, Signorelli made her directorial debut with the short film "The Last Day in Paradise". The film was selected to screen at several film festivals, including the Venice Film Festival and the Turin Film Festival.
In 2009, Signorelli wrote and directed the feature film "The Last Drop". The film follows the story of two young women who embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration. The film was selected to screen at the San Sebastian International Film Festival and won the Golden Shell for Best Film.
In 2011, Signorelli directed "The Passage", a documentary about the life of a young Italian woman who works in a migrant camp in Sicily. The film was selected to screen at several film festivals, including the Venice Film Festival and the Rome Film Festival.
In 2014, Signorelli wrote and directed the feature film "The Story of a Summer Lover". The film follows the story of a young woman who embarks on a journey to discover her true self. The film was selected to screen at the Berlin International Film Festival and won the Silver Bear for Best Film.
In 2016, Signorelli directed the feature film "The Price of Life". The film follows the story of a young woman who is struggling to find her place in the world. The film was selected to screen at the Cannes Film Festival.
Signorelli's films have been praised for their exploration of identity, gender, and relationships. Her films have screened at numerous film festivals around the world and have won several awards. Signorelli is an acclaimed director and her work has been praised for its unique style and thoughtful storytelling.