BOTTOM GIRL
(2021)
A short film written and directed by Pietro Cornini.
Presented with a full-institute screening at the New York Film Academy.
Melania, a young prostitute, reaches her breaking point after a violent encounter with a client, realizing how illusory her freedom truly is. George, another client, awakens in her the desire to change her life, but her pimp, Armando, exploits her feelings in order to manipulate her. Unable to face loneliness, Melania chooses to remain trapped in her toxic relationship, giving up the possibility of a new beginning.
A short film created as Pietro Cornini’s thesis project at the New York Film Academy.
Independently produced and shot entirely in Los Angeles.