Narrative Portfolio
Big Girls Don’t Cry
CURRENTLY IN PREPRODUCTION
Big Girls Don’t Cry, a senior capstone film written and directed by Ava Bella Nunziata, is a proof-of-concept film following a caged showgirl. The story tackles unrealistic beauty standards and the pressure of show business in a magical setting.
“When a cabaret showgirl trapped by a magical contract is invited to travel the world with an adoring customer, she must choose between her beauty and her freedom.”
Who Art In Heaven
Who Art In Heaven, written and directed by Ava Bella Nunziata, is a dramatic short film highlighting the importance of women’s right to choose.
“When self-righteous Marianne finds out her best friend Salome is pregnant, she does everything she can to convince her to keep the baby, but she never thought to ask who the father is. “
Friendsgiving
Friendsgiving is a dramatic narrative passion project written, directed, and produced by Ava Bella Nunziata. The project confronts secrets between friends and the tension that comes with reunion.
“When Sloane invites her ex bestfriends over for friendsgiving, they realize the night consists of more than just a dinner party”
Cold Feet
Cold Feet is a short film passion project written, directed, and produced by Ava Bella Nunziata. Inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet the film navigates love and loss through a comedic lens.
“As Joy and Robert’s wedding day approaches, Joy gets cold feet and goes to far extremes to escape her engagement.”
OTHER WORKS
Pilot Your Pucci A SCAD Fashion Film Role: Assistant Director
Victoria's Secret A SCAD Fashion Film Role: Producer
Honey Magazine: Fresh off the Press Role: Producer
