Testimonials

“Matteo's skill as a filmmaker, coupled with his passion as an artist and musician help him create not only seamless, but also emotional and moving visuals. Matteo not only brings his expertise into a project, but knows how to work well in a collaborative environment, assimilating the vision and ideas of all key artists involved. Matteo is a consummate professional filmmaker in all senses of the word.”

— Catherine Hader/Producer, An Improbable Dream (Canadian Broadcast Company)

“Matteo Marchisano-Adamo is a superb filmmaker who never loses sight of the objective, his ardent passion for his craft is second to none, and it is evident the moment you meet with him to discuss a project. The results of his focus and dedication on any given project are reflected in his work. Furthermore, Matteo is a pianist who has studied in Budapest and who has a wealth of music knowledge, which when required, he implements all of his talents into his work. He is more than just a great technician, he is an intense dedicated artist in the purest form.”

— Joseph Breton/Artist, The American Flag Series

“Matteo is one of the very best! We've worked together on a variety of productions. What I appreciate best about working with Matteo is his willingness to listen and to explore. His technical skills and abilities are top notch. I'm never disappointed.”

— Julie Dash, Producer/Director, Why the Sun and the Moon live in the Sky (Vogue)

“I’ve worked with Matteo on several projects. He is a real pro with knowledge and artistic sensibility. His musical background, integrity and dedication to detail makes all the difference. I enjoy working with him and look forward to every opportunity to do so. ”

— Lou Forestieri/Composer

“Matteo wears his passion for film all over him. This is the first thing I witnessed when we met. He took his time to read my script, view my material, develop his own sense of what was possible and talked to me at length creatively before we began working. I discovered I had found someone who not only has excellent skills, but has a deep connection to story no matter the subject matter. I wholeheartedly endorse Matteo.”

— Arun Vir/Producer

“Matteo is a filmmaker and art film specialist of the highest quality. We worked on 3 separate films, each different, but every one individually superb. His spontaneity in recognizing dramatic material and in editing placement of art objects for best film quality is nothing short of expert. I look forward to our next project, “A Graphic Journey” with anticipation. A good planner and excellent director, Matteo is a creative and perfectionist film-maker of the highest order.”

— Arthur Secunda, Artist, Ten Days with Art

“Collaborating with Matteo was a joy! His musicality and storytelling (even in “non-narrative” form) really made the dance pieces he worked on for Kinetix shine. As always, Matteo’s focus and attention to detail was greatly appreciated. He went above and beyond with abundant enthusiasm, determination, and dedication to get the cuts just right, which is my favorite mode of creation!”

— Benjamin Epps/Producer, Kinetic

“I had the opportunity to work with Matteo on our award-winning feature documentary “In Search of Balance”. He has a distinct talent and style that reflects his singular vision as an artist. Bringing his professional background as a musician and composer to his editing, his cuts almost have a musical quality, with perfect rhythm, timing, nailing every beat and flowing with a lyrical quality that only he can achieve. He does this while enhancing the tone and mood changes in the movements of the story, expressing the psychology of the subjects, characters, and vision of the director. He’s exceptionally organized and kept the production on deadline and on track from pre-production through post. He is open-minded, a great collaborator, and an all-around pleasure to work with. I look forward to working with him on future projects and give him my unqualified recommendation”

— Adam Pfleghaar, Director, In Search of Balance

“Matteo is an excellent collaborator and highly skilled filmmaker. What sets him apart is not just his devotion to his craft, but his understanding of the complexity that is human nature and his ability to translate these emotions to the screen.”

— Kristoffer Carillo/Cinematographer/Photographer