Poster for The Scent of a Tangerine narrative feature by Joana Caiano

Joana Caiano: Director of Narrative, Commercials, and Documentary Films

Joana Caiano is a director whose creative practice spans multiple genres, including commercials, music videos, documentary, and narrative filmmaking. Her portfolio reflects a deep commitment to visual storytelling, with a significant portion of her current work dedicated to ambitious narrative projects in development. Among these is "The Scent of a Tangerine," a feature narrative that highlights her focus on long-form storytelling, alongside the short narrative "My Deer Friend" and the feature project "Ice Breakers." Joana Caiano is also actively involved in the documentary space, with her feature documentary "A Cabeça Não É Um Sítio Seguro" currently in the post-production phase. The director’s versatility is evident in her ability to transition between high-paced commercial work and more intimate, research-driven documentary projects. Joana Caiano maintains a strong digital presence through platforms like Vimeo and Instagram, where she shares updates on her evolving filmography. Her artistic approach often involves exploring the safe and unsafe spaces of the mind and environment, as suggested by her project titles. Based on her portfolio, she continues to establish herself as a filmmaker dedicated to cinematic excellence and narrative depth across various media formats.