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Quick facts for kids Sophia Cacciola
Occupation	Filmmaker, artist, musician
Known for	Blood of the Tribades, TEN, Clickbait, Magnetic

Sophia Cacciola is an American filmmaker, artist, and musician. She is known for creating movies that often feature strong women and explore important social topics. Sophia also plays music and creates art.

Sophia Cacciola's Creative Journey

Making Movies: Film Director and Cinematographer

Sophia Cacciola is famous for her feature films that tell stories about women. These movies often fit into different genres, like horror, but they also share important messages about society. Some of her well-known films include TEN, Magnetic, Blood of the Tribades, Clickbait, and The Once and Future Smash.

Her films have won several awards at festivals. For example, she received "Best New England Film" at the Boston Underground Film Festival. She also won awards for her work behind the camera, like "Best Score" and "Best Retro" at other festivals. In 2018, Sophia was honored with the "Les Femmes Du Genre" award for her contributions to the film community, including directing, producing, and cinematography. She also received the "Nuclear Pen" award for her great screenwriting. In 2022, she won the "Innovation in Film" award at Nightmares Film Festival with her partner, Michael J. Epstein.

Sophia loves making horror movies because they allow her to include big ideas and social comments while still being fun to watch. She feels the possibilities are endless in horror, letting her create entire new worlds. She also enjoys how engaged and loyal horror fans are, which helps build a strong community.

Besides directing and producing, Sophia is also a cinematographer. This means she operates the camera and helps create the visual look of a film. She has worked on many story-based films and is the main camera operator for the Women of Rock Oral History Project. Sophia often works with other filmmakers, including Michael J. Epstein, Izzy Lee, and Johannes Grenzfurthner.

Playing Music: A Rock and Roll Background

Sophia Cacciola often brings her music and film work together. She once said that her background in rock and roll music taught her a "do-it-yourself" (DIY) attitude. This means she's always been ready to jump in and do what she wants, even if it's something new or challenging.

Sophia plays drums and sings in the band Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling. This band is inspired by the TV show The Prisoner. Their music is described as loud, artistic, and minimalist rock. In 2011, the band won a "best video" award from TIME. The Boston Globe newspaper wrote that their songs explore feelings like fear and paranoia, which fits the themes of The Prisoner TV show.

Sophia has also played in other bands. These include Space Balloons, a rock band for children, Darling Pet Munkee, a garage punk band, and The Michael J. Epstein Memorial Library, an indie music group.

Creating Art: Interactive Installations

In 2017, Sophia was given an art residency at Museumsquartier in Vienna, Austria. During this time, she created an interactive music art installation called Nothen für die Tothen for Roboexotica. An interactive installation is a type of art that people can experience and engage with, often by touching or moving parts of it.

Sophia Cacciola's Views on Equality

Sophia Cacciola is a feminist activist. This means she actively supports equal rights and opportunities for women. She has spoken about the challenges women face in the film industry. In an article, she explained that it's hard for women to advance when men mostly promote other men. She believes that for things to change, more women need to be in powerful positions where they can make important decisions, like hiring and firing.

Personal Life

Sophia Cacciola is married to Michael J. Epstein, who is also a filmmaker and artist. They often work together on creative projects.

Selected Filmography