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Pierluigi Gigi Malavasi

  • Cinematographer
  • Camera and Electrical Department
  • Writer
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On the set of MIRANDA’S VICTIM - 35mm film with Cooke anamorphic
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Pierluigi "Gigi" Malavasi, AIC, is a highly accomplished Director of Photography from Ferrara, Italy, who has made Los Angeles his home for the past two decades. Renowned for his artistry and technical prowess, Gigi's body of work spans a wide range of genres and formats, cementing his reputation as one of the industry's most versatile cinematographers.

Among his recent highlights are Under the Stars, starring Toni Collette and Andy Garcia, and Eternal Return, featuring Kit Harington and Naomi Scott, produced by Village Road Show and Macro. Gigi's keen eye also graced Miranda's Victim, a powerful drama with an ensemble cast including Abigail Breslin, Donald Sutherland, Andy Garcia, Luke Wilson, Emily VanCamp, Kyle MacLachlan, and Enrique Murciano.

Beyond feature films, Gigi has made his mark across a variety of platforms. His work on Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets (Hulu), Tales (BET), Ghost House (Amazon Prime), and The Long Night (Apple+) showcases his ability to adapt his visual storytelling to both the intimate world of streaming and large-scale productions. Whether through evocative lighting, masterful composition, or an unwavering commitment to the narrative, Gigi's cinematography consistently elevates each project, reflecting his distinctive creative vision and deep dedication to the craft.
BornMarch 16, 1985
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BornMarch 16, 1985
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      • 4 wins & 2 nominations total

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    Known for

    Ryan Phillippe, Andy Garcia, Donald Sutherland, Luke Wilson, Mireille Enos, Abigail Breslin, and Sebastian Quinn in Miranda's Victim (2023)
    Miranda's Victim
    6.7
    • Cinematographer(as Pierluigi Malavasi)
    • 2023
    Eternal Return
    • Cinematographer
    • 2025
    Helios
    Helios
    • Cinematographer
      Jusqu'à l'usure (2023)
      Jusqu'à l'usure
      4.3
      Short
      • Cinematographer
      • 2023

      Credits

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      Cinematographer



      • Eternal Return
        • Cinematographer
        • Completed
        • 2025
      • Lure
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • Post-production
        • Short
      • Helios
        • Cinematographer
        • Pre-production
      • The Call of Nishi
        • Cinematographer
        • Post-production
        • Short
      • Under the Stars
        • Cinematographer
        • Post-production



      • Casa Grande (2023)
        Casa Grande
        6.3
        TV Series
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2023
      • Jusqu'à l'usure (2023)
        Jusqu'à l'usure
        4.3
        Short
        • Cinematographer
        • 2023
      • Ryan Phillippe, Andy Garcia, Donald Sutherland, Luke Wilson, Mireille Enos, Abigail Breslin, and Sebastian Quinn in Miranda's Victim (2023)
        Miranda's Victim
        6.7
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2023
      • Tales (2017)
        Tales
        6.0
        TV Series
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2022
      • Karma Is A Bitch Like You (2022)
        Karma Is A Bitch Like You
        Music Video
        • Cinematographer
        • 2022
      • The Coven (2022)
        The Coven
        3.8
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2022
      • The Runner (2021)
        The Runner
        4.2
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2021
      • Dante Basco, Kourtney George, Tobiah Neiditch, Nathaniel Buzolic, Judah Ray, and Drew Pawluk in Making Peace (2021)
        Making Peace
        8.7
        Short
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2021
      • Judd Nelson and Stefanie Scott in Girl in the Basement (2021)
        Girl in the Basement
        6.3
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2021
      • David Arquette, Jason Isaacs, Lisa Edelstein, Taylor Russell, Lucas Jade Zumann, and Chase Stokes in Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets (2021)
        Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets
        6.1
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2021
      • Painter (2020)
        Painter
        5.0
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2020
      • Kevin Ragsdale, Shane Almagor, and Mosh in The Loop (2019)
        The Loop
        6.1
        Short
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2019
      • The Chase (2019)
        The Chase
        7.2
        Short
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2019
      • Cody Brotter in Nos jours heureux (2019)
        Nos jours heureux
        4.3
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2019
      • Pink Elephant (2018)
        Pink Elephant
        Short
        • Cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2018

      Camera and Electrical Department



      • Skeet Ulrich, Sean Young, Randy Wayne, Ashley Gallegos, Matt McVay, Hayley Goldstein, and Christine Donlon in Escape Room (2017)
        Escape Room
        4.3
        • second unit cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2017
      • Daveigh Chase in American Romance (2016)
        American Romance
        4.1
        • 2nd unit cinematographer (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2016
      • Lacey Chabert, Haylie Duff, Chris Kattan, Kip Pardue, Jonathan Bennett, and Jenna Dewan in Slightly Single in L.A. (2013)
        Slightly Single in L.A.
        4.5
        • second unit director of photography (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2013
      • Eddie McClintock and Jaime Murray in Suite 7 (2010)
        Suite 7
        6.9
        TV Series
        • camera operator (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2010
      • Anna Paquin, Rachel Blanchard, Stephen Moyer, Tricia Helfer, and Brian Geraghty in Open House (2010)
        Open House
        4.3
        • camera operator: "b" camera (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2010
      • Sanctuary
        Short
        • gaffer (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2009
      • In the Moment (2008)
        In the Moment
        8.6
        TV Series
        • camera operator (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2009
      • Felicia Day, Jeff Lewis, Vincent Caso, Sandeep Parikh, Amy Okuda, and Robin Thorsen in The Guild (2007)
        The Guild
        8.2
        TV Series
        • camera operator
        • first assistant camera (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2008–2009
      • The Venice Beach Hostel
        9.2
        TV Movie
        • camera operator (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2009
      • The Awakening of Spring (2008)
        The Awakening of Spring
        4.7
        • camera operator (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2008
      • Rachel Zoe, Rodger Berman, and Brad Goreski in The Rachel Zoe Project (2008)
        The Rachel Zoe Project
        6.1
        TV Series
        • grip (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2008
      • Prehistoric Monsters Revealed (2008)
        Prehistoric Monsters Revealed
        7.3
        TV Movie
        • camera operator (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2008
      • Devoted Secretary
        Miss Bertram's Awakening
        8.1
        Short
        • gaffer (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2008
      • Seventh & Hill (2007)
        Seventh & Hill
        7.3
        Short
        • gaffer (as Gigi Malavasi)
        • 2007
      • Shauna Sand, Natalie Denise Sperl, Charlotte Marie, Rebekah Brandes, Lindsay Bellock Lieber, Jacki R. Chan, Gabrielle Salinger, Aisha Kabia, and Sarah Kay Peters in Succubes (2007)
        Succubes
        3.3
        Video
        • electrician (as Pierluigi Malavasi)
        • 2007

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      Videos9

      The cinematography of Miranda's Victim
      Demo Reel 4:06
      The cinematography of Miranda's Victim
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE GIRL IN THE BASEMENT"
      Demo Reel 3:47
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE GIRL IN THE BASEMENT"
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE GIRL IN THE BASEMENT"
      Demo Reel 3:47
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE GIRL IN THE BASEMENT"
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE GIRL FROM NAGASAKI"
      Demo Reel 4:37
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE GIRL FROM NAGASAKI"
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "GHOST HOUSE"
      Demo Reel 3:48
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "GHOST HOUSE"
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE PAINTER"
      Demo Reel 5:09
      THE CINEMATOGRAPHY OF "THE PAINTER"
      Cafe Coexistence
      Clip 2:37
      Cafe Coexistence

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