Andaras Traveling Film Festival invites you to participate in the second edition of the Summer School dedicated to those who love cinema!
Three days of free masterclasses during the festival days, to explore the fundamental phases of cinematic creation: screenplay, direction and film production.
An intensive course led by professionals in the sector: Lucio Besana, Andrea Zuliani and Matteo Urbinati (Brandon Box), who will take us on a journey into the world of cinema and those who have transformed this great passion into a real profession.
Don't miss this opportunity! The masterclasses are free, upon reservation through basic accreditation to the festival, and open to all people aged 16 and over. Places are limited.
📧 Info and registration: workshop@andarasfilmfestival.it
The Program
Thursday 17 July 2025 / 09:00 am - 01:00 pm
1st MEETING
Screenplay
by Lucio Besana
Simulating the dynamics of a writing room, the Masterclass offers a practical approach to the conception and development of a story, with a focus on mythical narration and narrative structure.
Writing often means asking the right questions. Alternating theoretical insights, practical moments and group feedback, the Masterclass aims to provide participants with the minimum technical tools to conceive and make a story work.
Friday 18 July 2025 / 09:00 am - 01:00 pm
2nd MEETING
Direction
by Andrea Zuliani
How do you go from being a teenager passionate about cinema to working on a real set and shooting your own film? There could be many answers, but if you look closely, there aren't that many. Of course, it takes passion, perseverance and a certain amount of luck. Or maybe all of these things at the same time. The masterclass will investigate all of this and answer some questions that especially young aspiring directors have always asked themselves over the years. From film schools to apprenticeship in the directing department, from shooting a short film with friends to looking for a producer to embark on a common path. Until you discover that getting to shoot a film is perhaps not a point of arrival but only a new beginning and that it has much more to do with your own view of the world rather than knowing how to shout "Action!" at the right moment.
Saturday, July 19, 2025 / 09:00 am - 01:00 pm
3rd MEETING
Film Production
by Matteo Urbinati (Brandon Box)
A journey into the profession of film executive producer, through concrete experiences and practical tools. From the documentary La Foresta Imperiale to the film Prophecy, Matteo Urbinati shares his journey from videomaker to producer, explaining how to develop a project, build a production strategy and face the challenges of the set, the budget and the market.
Lucio Besana
Screenwriter and writer
Winner of the Solinas Storie Award in 2012, he wrote the screenplay for the films The Nest (2019) and A Classic Horror Story (Netflix, 2021). He collaborates with Plot Twist Coverage as a Script Doctor. He teaches screenwriting at the Holden School and the “Luchino Visconti” Civic Cinema School in Milan.
Andrea Zuliani
Director
Director of “Le ragazze non piangono” (selected at 30 festivals including Alice nella città, the 12th Beijing International Film Festival, and the 47th Frameline in San Francisco).
In 2008, he began working as an assistant director and later as first assistant director on numerous films and series, including: “Shadow” by F. Zampaglione, “Cosimo & Nicole” by F. Amato, “Gomorrah – Season 2 and 3”, “Il più grande sogno” by M. Vannucci, “My Brilliant Friend – Seasons 1 and 4” by S. Costanzo and L. Bispuri, “18 regali” and “Filumena Marturano” by F. Amato.
He directed the short films “Miriam” (2012), “Home Sweet Home” (2021), and “Per Anna” (2015), the latter selected at over 35 festivals around the world and nominated for Best Short Film at the 2016 David di Donatello Awards.
He directed the second unit for the series “Storia della mia famiglia” by C. Cupellini (2024) and “Riv4li – dal mondo di Diari” by A. Celli (2025).
Matteo Urbinati
Producer
Executive producer with a cross-disciplinary background in the audiovisual industry, he has worked on a wide range of projects, from documentaries to branded content, television, and cinema.
He is currently Head of Production at Brandon Box, an Italian production company specializing in films and TV series based on comics, manga, and video games, known for their compelling stories and strong fanbase. Among their latest films are “Dampyr”, “Prophecy”, and “L’Uomo Tigre” (currently in production).
Matteo began his career in the field, managing every phase of production. Today, he coordinates complex projects, overseeing teams, budgets, and talent. In recent years, he has focused on cinema and original content for platforms and broadcasters.
Among his most recent credits are “Una storia chiamata Gomorra”, the documentary “L’Impero della Natura”, and the film “Prophecy”.
Info and reservations
The Masterclasses are free, subject to accreditation at the festival.
Seats are limited.
To register, write to us at
Conditions of Participation
1. Participation Requirements
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Minimum Age: To participate in the Summer School of Cinema, you must be at least 16 years old.
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Experience: No previous experience in the film industry is required. However, it is essential to demonstrate a strong passion for cinema and a sincere interest in learning and developing skills in the field.
2. Participant Commitments
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Mandatory Attendance: Participants must ensure regular and punctual attendance at all sessions scheduled in the program. Unjustified absence may result in exclusion from the course.
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Active Participation: Active involvement in the activities, workshops and discussions is required. Active participation is essential to maximize learning and the success of the program.
3. Rules of Conduct Behavior
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Behavior: Participants must maintain respectful and professional behavior towards instructors, staff and other participants. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and may result in immediate expulsion from the program.
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Respect for facilities: Participants are required to respect the facilities and equipment made available during the Summer School. Any damage caused intentionally will be the responsibility of the responsible participant.
4. Consent and Privacy
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Data processing: By completing the registration form, participants consent to the processing of their personal data in accordance with the current legislation on the protection of personal data (EU Regulation 2016/679 - GDPR). The data provided will be used exclusively for the purposes related to the organization and management of the Summer School of Cinema and will not be shared with third parties without explicit consent.
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Participants' rights: Participants have the right to access their data, request its modification or deletion at any time, by contacting the Summer School of Cinema organization.