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Filippo Polesel

Writer, producer

Filippo is an award-winning writer and producer with a proven track record in commercials, short films, and documentaries. Based in London and originally from Venice, his diverse portfolio boasts collaborations with global brands like Nike, Adidas, Fiat, and Sony Music.

Most recently, he co-created PRIME TIME, a 6-episode sci-fi branded content mini-series for Xiaomi that garnered 10 million views and 50 million impressions.

Beyond advertising, Filippo has produced content for major networks including HBO, A&E, Disney+, and RAI. His productions have earned selections at prestigious Oscar-Qualifying festivals such as HollyShorts and Sitges. He’s currently producing his debut feature film, ‘Rain Catcher’, building on the success of the multi-award-winning short, which includes the distinguished Silver Melies.

Filippo is also the visionary founder of Shorts On Tap, an award-winning short film festival that swiftly became London’s fastest-growing showcase, celebrated for its sold-out events and extensive media coverage. Recognized with the Film London Boost Award, Shorts On Tap is expanding internationally with upcoming events in Berlin, Tokyo, and Venice, fostering collaborations with leading organizations like the British Film Institute, Samsung, Sony, and TimeOut.

Awards

Melies D’Argent

2019, Winner

Sitges Awards

2018, Official Selection

Biff Brussels

2019, European Competition

Lsff

2019, Official Selection

Screamfest

2019, Official Selection

Hollyshorts Film Festival

2019, Official Selection

Rhode Island

International Film Festival

Cleveland International
Film Festival

Official Selection

Bermuda International
Film Festival

2019, Official Selection

Bifan

2019, Official Selection

Leeds-award

Leeds

2018, International Film Festival

Bogota-award

17° Borgo Shorts

Official Selection

Trieste Science+Fiction Festival

2018, Official Selection