Antoneta Alamat

Antoneta Alamat Kusijanović is a Croatian-American filmmaker known for her meticulously crafted narratives, unflinching exploration of power dynamics and innate artistic sensibility. Seamlessly blending the rich traditions of auteur filmmaking with the innovative energy of contemporary film, Antoneta approaches each project with an unwavering commitment to cinematic excellence, quickly carving a niche for herself as a fearless and distinctive talent.

Her first feature film Murina was globally lauded for its masterful depiction of family tensions. Following its debut at the Cannes Film Festival where it secured the Caméra d’Or Award for Best First Film, Murina also received nominations from the DGA Awards for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in First-Time Feature Film and from the Film Independent Spirit Awards across categories including Best First Feature, Best Breakthrough Performer and Best Cinematography.

With her CICLOPE awarded short film “Stane,” featured as part of the Women’s Tales series for Miu Miu, Antoneta established herself among a distinguished cohort of female filmmakers who have contributed to the collection. Skillfully navigating the complex layers of gender dynamics, familial ties and cultural pressures prevalent in a close-knit Croatian community in New York, Antoneta captures the profound nuances of identity and expression, reshaping the traditional paradigms of fashion advertising. 

In the commercial space, Antoneta’s work carries the same elegance and emotional clarity. She directed “La Prima Impressione” for Ferragamo, starring Christy Turlington as a family matriarch, delicately exploring the nuances of family gatherings through her refined aesthetic. She also helmed a striking campaign for Hourglass Cosmetics featuring Eve Hewson, each project demonstrating her keen ability to draw magnetic performances and effortlessly imbue films with narrative depth and resonance.

A true pioneering force, Antoneta continues to make work that is at once gripping, bold and profoundly intimate. Across every film, her rare blend of visceral impact and emotionality consistently reaffirms her position as a standout director with a rich and singular vision.