Capturing the adventure of life
FILM-MAKER / EXPLORER / PHOTOGRAPHER
Capturing stories of people and planet, from the thin air of Everest to the deepest oceans, inspiring positive change while taking care of the essence of being human.
FILM-MAKER
EXPLORER
PHOTOGRAPHER
"I’m devoted to crafting narratives and projects that ignite inspiration and foster positive change."
- Leonardo Antonio Avezzano
Award winning Film documentaries and premium productions.
The Promise (2022)
FILM DOCUMENTARY: 82 MIN
DIRECTOR AND CINEMATOGRAPHER.
"The Promise" is a poignant tale of self-discovery, overcoming the weight of paternal legacy, and realizing that what we become is, in fact, the true inheritance. The story revolves around Alaa AlJuneidi, a resident of Hebron, Palestine, whose father, against all odds, transitioned from a simple milk vendor to a successful entrepreneur, casting a formidable shadow over young Alaa.
On his father's deathbed, Alaa makes a promise—a secret vow locked within him. Its true meaning eludes him initially, but this unspoken commitment transforms into an unstoppable force, propelling him on an extraordinary journey. This journey eventually leads Alaa to embark on an extraordinary mission: conquering Everest.
"The Promise" is a story of transformation, resilience, and the awareness that often, the legacy we leave behind is the legacy we have been building all along.
LOCATION: HIMALAYAS, EVEREST, NEPAL, JORDAN, AFRICA, TANZANIA.
One-of-a-kind projects: change for the planet.
First man to climb a 7000 meters mountain with gear made of human hair waste.
ARGENTINA, Aconcagua AND PERU, Alpamayo.
IDEATION - EXPLORER/CLIMBING - PHOTOGRAPHER
Textile industry is the second biggest polluting sector in the world. Human Material Loop use keratin waste (hair) to develop technologies that offer better performances with 0 impact on the planet. Leonardo developed and tested a jacket filled with keratin waste (hair) and became the first human to have climbed a 7000 meters mountain with this gear. Documenting the full process.
Extreme explorations, framed in stills
Cross Iceland from north to south - solo
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC OPEN EXPLORER
PHOTOGRAPHER AND EXPLORER.
Documenting the Cross Iceland from the Arctic circle, Hraunhafnartangi Lighthouse, to the Atlantic Ocean, Dyrhólaey lighthouse, passing through the highlands and the biggest desert in Europe, the Odadharaun Desert.
Solo and unsupported.
Key-note speaker.
Change is the only constant in the universe.
Whether as a motivational or keynote speaker, Leonardo takes his audience on a journey from his beginnings, to his challenges and to his successes in mastering “CHANGE”, leveraging his multifaceted experience both in adventure as well as his previous 10 years of successful experience in business management across different industries across the globe, from start-ups to hyper-complex corporate environments.
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All artworks are produced in Italy by Giclee Art Gallery, using the giclée printing technique, printed on Hahnemühle Photo Matte Fibre 210 gsm paper, High end finishing with a passe-partout and black-colored frame are meticulously done by skilled artisans by hand. The passepartouts are made of 100% acid-free cotton, and the frames are produced in Italy using recycled wood. Customizations are possible.
Get in touch.
For professional filmmaking inquiries, stock video, photo licensing, speaking engagements, consulting, collaborations or anything else, drop me a message and I’ll get in touch as soon as I can.
leonardo.avezzano@gmail.com
+31 615 9527 49
Albert Cuypstraat 165 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands