“The purpose of civilization and growth is to be able to reach out and empathize a little bit with other people. And for me, the movies are like a machine that generates empathy. It lets you understand a little bit more about different hopes, aspirations, dreams and fears. It helps us to identify with the people who are sharing this journey with us.”
Michael Capone is an award winning Writer, Director & Editor who has worked on a diverse variety of projects across the medium.
As a Director, Michael’s work spans scripted narrative, documentary and branded content. Michael’s recent short film, Doorstep finished its successful festival run and was chosen to screen on the award-winning short film channel Omeleto, where it has received over 400,000 views.
As an Editor, Michael cut his teeth editing broadcast television spots and has since moved onto branded content as well as short and long-form documentaries. In 2018, Michael cut his first feature documentary, Hurley, directed by Derek Dodge and Executive Produced by Patrick Dempsey. The film was purchased by The Orchard and is available now on VOD.
Michael has had the privilege of working with several well-renowned brands such as Honda, Michelob Ultra, Lexus, Brisk, Dell, Walgreens & Nintendo; as well as several fantastic studios & agencies such as Vox Creative, PBS Digital Studios, GSD&M, TIME Inc. Studios, Quietman, Rebel Road, The Barbarian Group & BBDO.
Michael lives in Astoria, Queens with his remarkably talented wife & producing partner Ashley & their daughter Bridget. He spends most of his free time drinking craft beer, avoiding his cat and, unfortunately, rooting for the New York Jets.