Director/Writer
Filmography | Director: Ludovica Lirosi
Theater
2008: Le jeu du Théâtre: Prima del provino
Location: Teatro Elettra, Rome
Role: Written, directed, and performed by Ludovica Lirosi
Description: An innovative and profound theatrical work that explores the emotions and challenges of an actor before an audition, with an ironic and engaging narrative style.
Short Films
2016: Il Tre
Genre: Drama
Language: Italian
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: The short film explores the concept of fate and moral choices, with an intimate narrative that touches the human soul.
Notes: Recognized in international festivals for its emotional intensity.
2017: Time
Genre: Drama
Language: Italian
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written, directed, and performed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: A poetic and profound story about the meaning of time and its impact on personal relationships, with direction that pays close attention to emotional details.
Notes: Awarded for direction and performance, praised for its emotional depth.
Documentaries
2015: Too Much Stress from My Heart
Genre: Political and Social Documentary
Language: English
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: A deep investigation into the theme of illegal immigration, combining personal storytelling and social analysis, filmed between Morocco and Italy.
Distribution: Aired on Netflix (USA, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK, South Africa) from 2017 to 2019. In 2024, it will be distributed by RAI.
Notes: Premiered at the Festa del Cinema di Roma and awarded Best Foreign Film at the American Movie Awards.
Music Videos
2014: Dale
Directed in English, produced by LULIFILM
An energetic music video that explores dance and rhythm as a universal language.
2016: Desesperados Promo
Directed in Spanish, produced by LULIFILM
A dynamic promo anticipating the atmosphere of the sitcom.
2019: Me Siento Sola
Directed for Julia Liros
An intimate music video exploring loneliness and the search for emotional connection.
2019: Me Gustan Dos
Directed for Julia Liros
A light and fun work that celebrates the complexity of human feelings.
2020: Como Me Gusta
Directed for Julia Liros
A vibrant music video combining visual performance and rhythm.
TV Series
2024: Millennials
Genre: Dramedy
Language: Italian
Episodes: 7 episodes, 56 minutes each
Production: RAI and Mediterráneo (Mediaset España Group)
Role: Written, directed, and produced by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: The series addresses with irony and depth the challenges of contemporary life, exploring themes such as stalking, toxic dynamics, relational conflicts, social media pressure, and sexual issues.
Notes: Appreciated for its sensitivity and originality in tackling complex themes.
Web Series
2014: Desesperados
Genre: Comedy
Language: Spanish
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Synopsis: A web series that follows the adventures of a group of young people dealing with the challenges of everyday life, between dreams, love, and friendship.
Notes: Selected in numerous international festivals for its narrative freshness.
Sitcom
2015/2016: Desesperados
Genre: Sitcom
Language: Spanish
Episodes: 22 episodes
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: An expansion of the web series, with more complex plots and deeper characters, addressing universal themes with lightness and comedy.
Notes: Recognized for its brilliant writing and realistic dialogues.
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Distinctive Features of the Filmography
Ludovica Lirosi's work is distinguished by her ability to blend deep themes with engaging narratives, using sensitive direction and a unique visual aesthetic. The variety of genres tackled—from drama to comedy—testifies to her versatility and innovative approach to cinematic storytelling.
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Filmography | Writer/Screenwriter: Ludovica Lirosi
Theater
2008: Le jeu du Théâtre: Prima del provino
Location: Teatro Elettra, Rome
Role: Written, directed, and performed by Ludovica Lirosi
Description: A theatrical work that explores with irony and depth the emotions and tensions of an actor before an audition, reflecting on the challenges and hopes of the theatrical world.
Short Films
2016: Il Tre
Genre: Drama
Language: Italian
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: An emotional exploration of family bonds and moral choices, with intimate narration and a strong visual impact.
2017: Time
Genre: Drama
Language: Italian
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written, directed, and performed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: A poetic reflection on the concept of time and memory, intertwining personal memories with an emotional journey toward reconciliation.
Web Series
2014: Desesperados
Genre: Comedy
Language: Spanish
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Synopsis: A lively and ironic series that follows the lives of a group of young people dealing with the challenges of modern life, dreams, love, and friendships.
TV Series
2015/2016: Desesperados
Genre: Sitcom
Language: Spanish
Episodes: 22
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: An expansion of the web series, the sitcom addresses universal themes like friendship and the search for identity, with brilliant writing and realistic dialogues.
2024: Millennials
Genre: Dramedy
Language: Italian
Episodes: 7 episodes, 56 minutes each
Production: RAI and Mediterráneo (Mediaset España Group)
Role: Written, directed, and produced by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: A series that explores with irony and depth the contradictions of contemporary life, addressing themes like stalking, toxic dynamics, relational conflicts, social media pressure, and sexual issues.
Documentaries
2015: Too Much Stress from My Heart
Genre: Political and Social Documentary
Language: English
Production: LULIFILM
Role: Written and directed by Ludovica Lirosi
Plot: A moving narrative that analyzes the phenomenon of illegal immigration through personal stories, filmed between Morocco and Italy.
Distribution: Aired on Netflix (2017-2019) in the USA, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK, and South Africa; in 2024 it will be distributed by RAI.
Music Videos
2014: Dale
Directed by Ludovica Lirosi, produced in English by LULIFILM
Description: An energetic music video celebrating rhythm and vitality.
2016: Desesperados Promo
Directed by Ludovica Lirosi, in Spanish, produced by LULIFILM
Description: A promo for the sitcom Desesperados, capturing the light and fun essence of the series.
2019: Me Siento Sola
Directed for Julia Liros, a music video exploring with sensitivity the theme of loneliness.
2019: Me Gustan Dos
Directed for Julia Liros, a colorful and ironic representation of emotional dilemmas.
2020: Como Me Gusta
Directed for Julia Liros, a vibrant and engaging music video combining performance and rhythm.
Notes
Ludovica Lirosi’s filmography demonstrates an extraordinary ability to navigate between genres and formats, always maintaining a strong connection with human emotions and challenges. Each project reveals her narrative talent, thematic depth, and unmistakable visual aesthetic.
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Biography: Ludovica Lirosi
​Julia Liros and Ludovica Lirosi are two distinct artistic identities of the same person.
Ludovica Lirosi signs and works as a director and screenwriter, behind the screen.
Julia Liros is her stage name, representing her musical and performative side, in front of the screen and on stage.
A conscious choice to highlight both dimensions of her talent.
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Ludovica Lirosi, born on April 7 in Rome, is a director, actress, and screenwriter. She started her artistic journey at the theater school "Permis de Conduire," participating in over ten theatrical productions in Roman venues such as Agorà, Elettra, and Parco Tiburtino. At just 17, she wrote, directed, and performed in the play Le jeu du Théâtre: Prima del provino, staged at Teatro Elettra in Rome. At 18, she expanded her artistic repertoire by working as a radio host at Radio Incontro 105.8. In 2010, Ludovica pursued advanced training at the prestigious New York Film Academy, directing several short films and solidifying her artistic and technical vision. Upon returning to Italy, she further honed her skills at the Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia, Italy’s leading film institute, which served as a launchpad for her cinematic career. In 2014, Ludovica produced and directed the web series Desesperados, a Spanish-language sitcom that was selected for numerous international festivals. In 2015, she wrote, directed, and produced the documentary Too Much Stress from My Heart, tackling the harrowing topic of illegal immigration. Shot between Morocco and Italy, the film premiered at the Rome Film Festival in the Panorama section of Alice nella Città and won Best Foreign Film at the American Movie Awards. It was distributed across Europe by Mediaset and streamed on Netflix between 2017 and 2019, reaching audiences in the United States, Australia, the UK, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and Ireland. In 2016, Ludovica founded her own production company, LULIFILM, dedicated to the production and distribution of feature films, documentaries, TV series, music videos, and short films. In 2019, she wrote, directed, and starred in a new Spanish-language TV sitcom, Desesperados, consisting of 10 episodes of 30 minutes each. Her latest creative endeavor is the TV series Millennials (2024), comprising 7 episodes of 56 minutes each. Distributed by Mediterráneo (Mediaset España Group) in Spain and Latin America, and by Rai Com in Italy, France, and other European and international territories, the series explores contemporary and complex themes such as stalking, toxic dynamics, psychological violence, family conflicts, the impact of social media, and sexual issues with both depth and humor.
Awards and Official Selections at Festivals
2014
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Accolade Global Film Competition (May): Award of Excellence, USA
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The Indie Gathering Film Festival (May): Best TV Pilot, USA, for Desesperados
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The Indie Fest (May): Award of Merit, USA, for Desesperados
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The Access Code Film Festival (May): Official Selection, USA, for Desesperados
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Miami Web Fest (September): Nomination for Best Actor and Best Spanish Sitcom, Miami, USA, for Desesperados
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International Independent Film Awards (August): Honorable Mention, USA, for Desesperados
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London Film Award (January): Official Finalist, Best TV Pilot, USA, for Desesperados
2015
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Alice nella Città – Festa del Cinema di Roma (October): Official Selection, Panorama, for Too Much Stress from My Heart, Rome, Italy
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Latino Web Fest (September): Nomination for Best Actress and Best Sitcom, Miami, USA, for Desesperados
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Mexico International Film Festival (May): Best TV Pilot for Desesperados, Mexico
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LAIFF Awards (February): Official Selection, USA, for Desesperados
2016
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Sabaudia Commedia Film Festival (July): Official Selection for Desesperados, Sabaudia, Italy
2017
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David di Donatello (February): Official Selection for Time and Too Much Stress from My Heart
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Premio Nazionale Raf Vallone (September): Award for Il Tre, Tropea, Italy
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50th World Fest-Houston International Film Festival (April): Award for Time, Houston, USA
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Terminillo Film Festival (February): Best LULIFILM Production for Desesperados
2018
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Azure Lorica FanFilm Music Awards (January): Official Selection for Too Much Stress from My Heart, Los Angeles, USA
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Roma Africa Film Fest (June): Official Selection for Too Much Stress from My Heart, Rome, Italy
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Singapore Independent Film Festival (January): Official Selection for Il Tre, Singapore
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Festival Internacional de Series Web Medellín (October): Official Selection for Baile de Maricas, Colombia
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West Side Mountains Doc Fest (October): Official Selection for Too Much Stress from My Heart, Greece
2019
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American Movie Awards (April): Best Foreign Film for Too Much Stress from My Heart, Los Angeles, USA
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Eclipse International Film Festival (January): Official Selection for Too Much Stress from My Heart, Los Angeles, USA
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Hollywood Screenplay Contest: Finalist for Best TV Sitcom for Desesperados, Los Angeles, USA
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Hollywood Screenings Film Festival (March): Official Selection, Semi-finalist, for Desesperados, Los Angeles, USA
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LA Short Award (April): Winner, Diamond Award, Best TV Pilot, for Desesperados, Los Angeles, USA
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LA Stand Up Comedy Film Festival (June): Official Selection for Desesperados, Los Angeles, USA
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Canada International Film Festival (April): Winner, Royal Reel, Television, for Desesperados, Vancouver, Canada
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Festival International del Cine Yècora (April): Finalist for Time, Mexico
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Florence Film Awards (August): Official Selection for Me siento sola, Florence, Italy
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ARFF Barcelona International Awards (March): Best Music Video for Me siento sola, Barcelona, Spain
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Miami Web Series Festival (May): New Media Star Selection for Desesperados, Miami, USA
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Perugia Love Film Festival (May): Official Selection for Desesperados, New York, USA
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Webisode Film Festival (April): Official Selection for Desesperados, Texas, USA
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Docademia’s 3rd Short Documentary Contest (October): Official Selection for I Love My Life, USA
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Motion for Pictures Screening Series: Official Selection for Desesperados, North Carolina, USA
2021
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Marateale (July): Career Award as a Multifaceted Artist
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Giffoni Film Festival (July): Award for Best Director for Too Much Stress from My Heart
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COLIFFE Coliseum International Festival (July): Jury Award for I Love My Life