Matteo Cocco – director of photography – Babai
FRED’s Matt Micucci interviews Matteo Cocco, director of photography of the film BABAI, the feature directorial debut by filmmaker Visar Morina that had its international premiere in the official competition of the 50th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
In this interview, Matteo talks to us about his collaboration with director Visar Morina and the importance of a number of factors that shapes the visual style of the film – such as perspective, locations and other elements.
Matteo also shares with us stories about the difficulties and challenges he encountered throughout his production, and reveals to us his creed of not settling for anything and always seeking the best you can get.
BABAI: The story of ten-year-old Nori plays out in Kosovo, in Germany, and on the road between the two countries. His father Gezim dominates his entire world, however, one day he leaves for work in the “West” and Nori won’t be placated concerning his sudden disappearance. This feature debut from a talented Kosovan filmmaker is rendered with exceptional intensity and a flair for portraying the emotional complexities of the child’s situation.