BEN DIGIACOMO
FILMMAKER
Ben DiGiacomo is a storyteller at heart, originally from Paris but now a proud New Yorker. His passion for documentary filmmaking is fueled by a desire to explore complex identities and immigrant experiences. His film "Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall" has received recognition for its powerful narrative, and as an award-winning filmmaker, Ben excels in crafting compelling stories through directing, meticulous editing, and stunning cinematography.
94 MIN | DOCUMENTARY FEATURE | 2023
"Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall" HAD ITS WORLD premiere at Tribeca FESTIVAL. This film captures Brooklyn's lively dancehall scene AND THE PATH OF THE JAMAICAN IMMIGRANTS THAT MADE IT POSSIBLE. It was honored with The Gotham Documentary Award, the Hyphen Grant for its deep cultural insight and THE BETTER ANGELS SOCIETY LAVINE FELLOWSHIP. This MUSIC INFUSED project, EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY SHAGGY, is a heartfelt homage to a vibrant community.
Tribeca: "Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall" brings shaggy and jamaican cultural event to the Tribeca Festival (Read More)
Gothamist: An in-depth look at Ben's exploration of Brooklyn's dancehall culture in his documentary. (Read More)
Indiewrap: Ben Digiacomo spotlighted by Bulleit Pioneer Project for breaking ground in culture with new music doc (read more)
Blackmagic Design: Featuring Ben's innovative use of technology in "Bad Like Brooklyn Dancehall." (Read More)
Press
74 MIN | DOCUMENTARY FEATURE | 2023
"Making La Grande Boucherie" chronicles the creation of Manhattan’s largest restaurant, WITH A DESIGN inspired by La Belle Époque. The documentary captures the collaboration with French artisans and the resilience of New Yorkers amid the challenges of COVID-19. Available on Apple TV and Amazon, this film showcases the blend of Parisian elegance and New York grit, highlighting the meticulous craftsmanship and determination that brought this ambitious project to life.
A DECADE OF POST PRODUCTION WORK
Ben has over A DECADE of experience ACROSS COMMERCIAL post-production, HAVING WORKED FOR SOME OF THE LARGEST BRANDS IN BEAUTY, FASHION AND BEVERAGE. He founded ASSEMBLY9 in 2012 TO SUPPORT LEADING AGENCIES IN THEIR POST PRODUCTION NEEDS and expanded TO OFFER PRODUCTION SERVICES with A9NY Studio in 2018. His expertise in editing, color grading, and visual effects forms the backbone to his quality storytelling ACROSS VISUAL MEDIUMS.
