Ignotus wins "Best International Short Film 2006"

at the New York International Independent Film Festival


Nadya Cazan as Lady Isabella

Ignotus directed by Max Bartoli and starring Team Directors Lounge member Nadya Cazan as the female lead actress, wins "Best International Short Film 2006" at the New York International Independent Film Festival. Ignotus, set in Italy during the XIII century, tells the story of a Templar knight tortured and killed by the Inquisition. The deadly wounded knight recalls the most important moments of his life before his enemies reach him to finish him off. His mother's death, his knighthood, his wedding with the Lady Isabella, the crusade against the Cathars and the process against his family are replayed in his mind one last time.
But just when everything seems to be lost . . .(Imdb)

The 15 minute short, produced on a shoestring budget, impresses with stunning cinematography and the breathtaking play by Nadya as Lady Isabella.

Congrats

see some excerpts here and the trailer here

Tthe Japanese Guerilla Paparazzi going Dolce Vita

The Japanese Guerilla Paparazzi World Tour: The Tour Must Go On - JGP disregarding the Piazza Garibaldi

Our little friends, The Japanese Guerilla Paparazzi just popped up in and around Rome, doing what they do best, ignoring the landmarks around them.  It was only pure chance that the enchanting Nadya Cazan was around, able to shoot back, capturing the hunters. You know what they say: When in Rome do as the Romans do but it is hard to imagine that The Japanese Guerilla Paparazzi will ever change their cameras for a mobile, (but wait, ... when they come with a build in camera...)

read more about the project: sometimes they shoot back

get in touch with Directors Lounge during the Art Basel Miami Beach

Art Basel Miami Beach takes place from December 7 - 10, 2006.
The show will be a vital source for discovering new developments in contemporary art and Directors Lounge, represented by Nadya Cazan, seeks for new collaborations with art projects, collectors, artists, dealers, curators, critics and art enthusiasts from around the world who participate in the event. If you are in Miami these days and like to discuss possible collaboration, point us to your work or just get in touch for an informal talk don´t hesitate to contact Nadya at nc*at*directorslounge.net

photo: Art Projects, Ugo Rondinone, Courtesy MCH Swiss Exhibition