Portuguese director with a distinctive vision, crafting cinematic stories whilst keeping a playful and provocative essence. From award-winning shorts to feature documentaries, Joana Caiano explores human relationships with psychological insight, social awareness, and a touch of satire. Her work spans fiction, documentary, music videos, and commercials, collaborating with brands such as Nestlé, Compal, and Worten.
Joana strives to work closely with talent to craft authentic performances. Her work moves effortlessly across formats and genres – she embraces AI as a tool to elevate her storytelling while keeping the soul of the people and brands at the centre, leaving a lasting impression on audiences.