Francesco Catarinolo is an Italian director and producer working across documentary, animation and hybrid storytelling. His work blends cinematic language with innovative narrative forms, often combining real footage, animation and visual experimentation. He has directed and produced films co-produced by international broadcasters including ARTE, NDR, RTS and Al Jazeera, and presented at festivals worldwide. Alongside his authorial work, he collaborates with major brands and agencies, bringing a strong cinematic approach to commercial storytelling. He is also the founder of Studio Pandora, an independent production company based in Turin, developing films, TV series and cross-media projects for the international market.