Goodbye 2016...

This year has been very positive for me: I directed the two short films 'Lion' and 'Deep Shock', both announced for 2017, and I've worked as assistant director in the American TV series 'Penny Dreadful' and 'Into the Badlands'. I have also done several interviews and many articles have come out about my short films (and even a tribute)! And 2016 is closing with a bang: the "One Elpis" magazine has paid a big tribute to the Italian horror films. The article talks about the history of Italian horror cinema, from 'The Vampires' by Riccardo Freda (1957) to the present day, and quote the great masters of the genre: Mario Bava, Dario Argento, Lucio Fulci, Sergio Martino, Antonio Margheriti, Massimo Dallamano, Umberto Lenzi, Pupi Avati, Lamberto Bava, Michele Soavi, Aldo Lado, Luigi Cozzi, etc. In the article there is also space to talk about the new generation of horror filmmaker and I'm very happy to find my name in the list... My short film 'Lion' is also mentioned (click here to read it)!
I hope 2017 can be even better!
Happy New Year to everyone!!!

"JAMovie" presents the "Special Lion 7 - Director"

"Considerated by international film critics as the best student of Dario Argento (some of them talked about him as the "young master of horror), Melini is continuing to make big progress...". What there is under the tree? Santa brings the last episode of the special 'Lion', the tribute written by Marco Polenti for the "JAMovie" website. I'm very happy to be the special guest of this last episode! I invite you to read my new interview here.
Merry Christmas to everyone!!!

Goodbye 'Into the Badlands'

That's a wrap on 'Into the Badlands' season 2!!! I'm very glad to have worked on it. Goodbye Dublin! I leave many friends but I know we will meet again soon! And now, after more than two months.... Christmas in Spain!!!

"JAMovie" presents the "Special Lion 6 - Cast"

We arrived at the penultimate episode of the "Special Lion", the tribute, written by Marco Polenti, that the "JAMovie" website is paying to my short film 'Lion'. Guests of this episode are the three members of the cast:
1. Pedro Sánchez - In the role of 'Leon' (click here to read his interview);
2. Michael Segal - In the role of 'Jeff' (here);
3. Tania Mercader - In the role of 'Amanda' (here).
A great cast for an exciting movie... Don't miss their great interview!!!

"JAMovie" presents the "Special Lion 5 - Production"

Here we are in Saturday and I'm pleased to announce that the new episode of the tribute that the "JAMovie" website is paying to 'Lion', is online. This fifth chapter is dedicated to the production and as special guests there are:
1. Luca Vannella (click here to read his interview);
2. Alexis Continente (here);
3. Vincenzo Mastrantonio (here);
4. Bobby Holland (here);
5. Ferdinando Merolla (here);
6. Roberto Paglialunga (here).
Both 'Lion' and 'Deep Shock' were produced by these guys... But who exactly are they? If you have watched, among other things, 'Thor', 'Harry Potter', 'Apocalypto', 'Heart of the Sea', 'Transformers 5', 'Titanic', 'Moulin Rouge', 'The Passion of Christ', 'Romeo + Juliet', 'The Dark Knight Rises', 'Games of Thrones', 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows", '007 - Quantum of Solace', 'Troy', 'Gangs of New York', 'Hannibal Rising'... you have watched the movies in which they worked...
A special thanks to Marco Polenti.
Don't loss their great interviews!!!

"JAMovie" presents the "Special Lion 4 - Sound"

Today we are pleased to show you the "Special Lion 4 - Sound" a tribute written by Marco Polenti for the "JAMovie" website. Guests of this fourth episode are:
1. Christian Valente - Sound Designer (click here to read his interview);
2. Francesco Tresca - Musician (here).
Enjoy the reading!!!

'Lion': the dubbing is over!!!

'Lion''s dubbing is over! Renee Hutchins and Lucas Hoff did a great job in the "School Training", in Malaga (Spain).

(In the picture from left to right: Antonio Rodríguez, Davide Melini, Lucas Hoff, Renee Hutchins, Dawn Hoff)

Many thanks to the dubbing director Antonio Rodríguez. Now all the material goes to Rome, in the hands of our great sound designer Christian Valente...

 (In the picture: Lucas Hoff)

 (In the picture: Renee Hutchins)

Soon the whole world will hear the tremendous roar of 'Lion'!!!

"JAMovie" presents the "Special Lion 3 - Video"

Here there is the "Special Lion 3 - Video", a tribute conducted by Marco Polenti for the "JAMovie" website. Guests of this third episode are:
1. Daniel Salinas - Editor (click here to read his interview);
2. Alessio Barzocchini - Visual Effects (here);
3. Raúl Trujillo - Visual Effects (here).
Don't miss their great interviews... 'Lion' is coming!!!

'Lion' goes back to Milan (Italy)

'Lion' goes back to Milan! This evening I'd like to invite you to read the new article, written by Marinella Landi, that has come out on the "Non Solo Gore" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

"JAMovie" presents the "Special Lion 2 - Film Planning"

This evening I'm happy to present you the "Special Lion 2: Film Planning". Guests of this second episode are:
1. Fabel Aguilera - Executive Producer (click here to read her interview);
2. Pablo Lavado - Production Manager (here);
3. Aitor Urbaneja - 1st Assistant Director (here).
The tribute to 'Lion' is conducted by Marco Polenti for the "JAMovie" wesbite. Enjoy it!!!

My new interview has come out in Paris (France)

Today I'm very proud to show you my last interview on the popular French website "CinéCinéphile". From TV series 'Rome' and 'Penny Dreadful' to my experience on the set of 'Mother of Tears: The Third Mother' (by the Master of Horror Dario Argento) until my most famous short films ('The Puzzle' and 'The sweet hand of the White Rose')... Great space as well to present 'Lion' and 'Deep Shock', both announced for 2017. The interview has been realized by Kevin Halgand and it's available in English (click here). Don't miss it!!!

"JAMovie" presents the "Special Lion 1 - Photography and Art"

Do you remember last week when the "JAMovie" website introduced the tribute to 'Lion'? Well, today I'm extremely proud to announce that the first of the seven episodes is up: "Special Lion 1 - Photography and Art", conducted by Marco Polenti. The guests of this episode are:
1. Juanma Postigo - DOP (click here to read his interview);
2. Carlos J. López - Production Designer (here);
3. Carlos B. Luise - Production Designer (here);
4. Patricia Gabas - Costume Designer (here);
5. Guille León - Graphic Designer (here).
Enjoy it!!!

'Lion' again in Barcelona (Spain)

'Lion' goes back to Barcelona! This evening I'm pleased to invite you to read the new article, written by Juan Antonio Barnes, that has come out on the "Terror Weekend" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

Halloween brings us the special tribute to 'Lion'

Here we are on October 31, the night where all the children shout "trick-or-treat"... I also want to celebrate this special day and my dark pumpkin hides the most beautiful gift: I'm extremely proud to announce that the popular "JAMovie" website will pay a real tribute to 'Lion'... a homage that consists of seven episodes, full of exclusive interviews, photos and much more... I invite you to read the tribute introduction that has been written by Marco Polenti (click here).
Thanks so much and... Happy Halloween to everyone!!!

New interview in Mieres, Asturias (Spain)

Blood and fear... thriller and horror... From 'Extreme Love' to 'The Screenplay', from 'The Puzzle' to 'The sweet hand of the White Rose', from 'Lion' to 'Deep Shock', without forgetting 'Mother of Tears: The Third Mother' and the television series 'Rome' and 'Penny Dreadful'... Reporter Pedro De Mercader reached me in Dublin, where I'm working on the TV series 'Into the Badlands', and interviewed me for the "Ultramundo" website. The interview is available in English (click here to read the short version) and Spanish (here for the long version). Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' is back in Rome (Italy)

'Lion' goes back one more time to Rome, the Eternal City! This evening I'm glad to invite you to read the new article, written by Davide Magliuolo, that has come out on the "CineSmart" website (click here). Many thanks!!!

'Lion' arrives in Brooklyn, New York (US)

"Soon to be released short Lion has everything you want in a film"... "With a tagline like 'man's biggest fear has risen again' and a teaser showcasing some interesting shots (props to DP Juanma Postigo!), Lion might be worth keeping an eye on".
Today I'm proud to announce that 'Lion' also arrived in Brooklyn! Check it out the new fantastic article that has come out on the "Splats of Blood" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' arrives in Saint-Nicolas (France)

'Lion' goes back to France! This evening I'm proud to invite you to read the new great article, written by Romain Derveaux, that has come out on the "SeriesDeFilms" website (click here). Many thanks!!!

Working in the American television series "Into the Badlands"

Let's go back to work in the film industry! Today I'll fly to Dublin to work as assistant director in the American television series "Into the Badlands". Goodbye Spain, see you very soon again!

'Lion' arrived for the first time in Quebec City (Canada)

We continue to visit new countries: today 'Lion' also lands for the first time in Canada!!! I'm proud to invite you to read the new article, written by Mario Giguére, that has come out on the "Club des Monstres" website (click here). The article is available in English and French. Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' for the first time in Limerick (Ireland)

Our journey continues in the UK and after England and Scotland, 'Lion' also arrives for the first time in Ireland! It's with great pleased that I'd like to invite you to read the new fantastic article, written by Greenie O'Shivers, that has come out on the Ireland's no.1 dedicated horror website, "Emerald Gore Society" (click here). Thanks so much!!!

'Lion' again in Rome (Italy)

'Lion' goes back to Rome, the Eternal City! Today I'd like to invite you to read the new great article that has come out on the "Casilina News" magazine (click here). Many thanks!!!

'Lion' in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (US)

Today 'Lion' goes back to United States! I'm proud to invite you to read the new great article, written by Tim Gross, that has come out on the "Gross Movie Reviews" website (click here). Thank you very much!!!

'Lion' and 'Deep Shock' producer Bobby Holland's interview in Mieres, Asturias (Spain)

You thought it was over? Of course not! After three consecutive months in which many articles have come out from around the world, I just took a little break. But I always have good news to announce! Today I'm very proud to show you the new great interview with Bobby Holland that has been pusblished on the "Ultramundo" magazine. From 'The Dark Knight Rises' to 'Games of Thrones', from 'Harry Potter' to 'Thor: Ragnarok', from 'Star Wars' to 'Assassin's Creed' until the production of 'Lion' and 'Deep Shock'. The interview, available in English (click here to read it) and Spanish (here), has been realized by Pedro De Mercader. This is cinema, folks! Well done!!!

'Lion': 100 articles in "IMDb"

The promotion of 'Lion' is almost ended, because we have achieved our goal! In the next weeks some new articles, several interviews and even a special tribute are coming out... Waiting the official trailer and the final poster, check out all 100 articles, by visiting the "IMDb" page of my short film (click here). Enjoy it!!!

'Lion': the article nº 100 came out in Munich (Germany)

Today is a special day, because 'Lion' celebrates its hundredth article!!! It's a truly remarkable achievement, reached by a short film that has not been distributed yet! More than three consecutive months of excellent articles, where we have had the privilege to visit almost all the world. If we talk only about Europe, we went to Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Scotland, Spain and Sweden! And now it's wonderful to discover that the article number 100 has come out in a country that we have never visited: Germany!!! I'm extremely proud to show you the new article that Stefan Eis wrote on the popular "DGF Magazin" (click here). The distribution of 'Lion' will start in January 2017... In the meantime, we can enjoy these beautiful 100 articles! Congratulations to all the cast and crew!!!

'Lion' arrives in Mantova (Italy)

We are approaching more and more to the "magic number"... Missing just one!!! 'Lion': the article nº 99 is online! I'm pleased to invite you to read it on the "Gattara Cinefila" website (click here). The article has been written by Vanessa Varini. Many thanks!!!

'Lion' goes back to London (England)

We get closer to our goal... The article nº 98 of 'Lion' has come out in London! I invite you to read it on the "Dark Universe: Database Horror" website (click here). The news has been written by Nick Michael Bond. Thank you very much!!!

'Lion' arrives in Girona (Spain)

'Lion' is back to Spain! This evening I'm glad to invite you to read the new good article, written by Victor Vila, that has come out on the "Portal Ciencia y Ficción" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' for the first time in Las Vegas, Nevada (US)

"Coming this Halloween from a cast and crew of familiar names, Italian director and screenwriter Davide Melini brings you a nightmarish tale of addiction and rebellion". 'Lion' arrives for the first time in Las Vegas, the City of Lights! Today I'm very happy to show you the new article that has come out on the "Midnight Spookhouse" website (click here). Many thanks!!!

'Lion' arrives in Detroit, Michigan (US)

'Lion' flies back to the United States for the article nº 95! Check it out on "The Movie Sleuth" website (click here). The article has been written by Christopher George. Thanks!!!

'Lion' goes back to Milan (Italy)

"And if the names can be a guarantee of quality, the trailer confirms the good feelings and making us drool for the long wait until the short film's premiere". 'Lion' goes back to Milan! Today I'm glad to invite you to read the new great article, written by Alfonso Maiorino, that has come out on the "Non c'é Paragone" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' arrives for the first time to Prague (Czech Republic)

'Lion' lands for the first time in Prague! Check out the new promotional teaser and the lobby cards of my new short film on the famous "CSFD" website (click here). Thanks!!!

'Lion': one more day in Liverpool (England)

Liverpool is a city we don't know too much, because we visited it only once (just yestarday). So, what do you think to stay there for another day? It's with great pleasure that I invite you to read the new nice article about 'Lion', written by Chris Barnes, that has come out on "The Slaughtered Bird" website (click here). Thank you very much!!!

'Lion' lands for the first time in Liverpool (England)

"One of Italy's most exciting young directors has some fresh visuals for our senses. Davide Melini is back in the hot seat with his latest short film, Lion".
Let's go back to England: after being in London and Manchester, today 'Lion' lands for the first time in Liverpool! Check out the new fantastic article, written by Geoff Woobridge, that has come out on the "365 Horror" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

My latest interview has come out in Dayton, Ohio (US)

Do you want to know everything about my movies? Then you are invited to read my new fantastic interview, realized by Chris Young for the "CYoungMedia" website (click here). I talk about my entire career, analyzing with honestly all my short films ('Extreme Love', 'The Screenplay', 'The Puzzle', 'The sweet hand of the White Rose', 'Lion' and 'Deep Shock') and also recounting my experiences on film ('Mother of Tears: The Third Mother') and television sets ('Rome' and 'Penny Dreadful').
Question: "Some film critics consider you a natural heir of Argento. How do you feel about that?".
Answer: "... I thank the film critics, because it's always nice to hear good words about oneself, but the truth is that I'm light years away from the Maestro".
What are you waiting to read it? You can't absolutely miss it!!!

'Lion': the article nº 90 came out from Madrid (Spain)

Today 'Lion' celebrates the article number 90 in the country where the filming took place: Spain! We are happy to show you the brief article that has come out on the most important Spanish horror website: "aBaNDoMoVieZ" (click here). Thanks!!!

'Lion' arrives for the first time in Santiago (Chile)

'Lion presents its official poster and the first trailer promises a lot of blood, terror and mistery".
We continue our journey, travelling form Central America to South America. Today I'm extremely proud to announce that 'Lion' arrived for the first time in Chile! You can read the nice article, written by Wladimyr Valdivia, that has come out on "El Otro Cine" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' lands for the first time in Mexico City (Mexico)

"This short will let us enter into fear in a spectacular way, and just seeing the teaser to get excited".
From North America to Central America: today 'Lion' arrives for the first time in Mexico! I invite you to read the new fantastic article that has come out on the "Mucho Miedo" website (click here). Thank you very much!!!

'Lion' goes to Colorado Springs, Colorado (US)

Do you like the idea to visit three different countries and speaking always the same language? Great! Let's start with North America: while yesterday we were in Atlanta (Georgia), today 'Lion' arrives in Colorado Springs (Colorado)! And in this county it's possible to speak Spanish. I'm pleased to show you the new article, written by Manu Castro, that has come out on "La Sala Oscura" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' arrives to Atlanta, Georgia (US)

Today 'Lion' flies back to the United States! I'm glad to invite you to read the new great article, written by Tasha Holden, that has come out on the "Horror By Proxy" website (click here). Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' is again in Rome (Italy)

"While cinema offers us unoriginal and disappointing horror films, if we want to find something more innovative and inspired we have to look at the independent films". From the City of Love to the Eternal City: from Paris to Rome! 'Lion' is back in the Italian capital with a fantastic article, written by Julius Guru. I invite you to read it on the "Fantasticinema" website (click here). Thank you very much!!!

'Lion' is back to Paris (France)

Third and last day in France. Would you like to see again the Eiffel Tower, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées, the Quartier Pigalle and Montmatre? Yes! Today 'Lion' goes back to Paris! I invite you to read the new fantastic article, written by Sara Art, that has come out on the famous "Cineseries Magazine" (click here). Once again, in the article you have the chance to watch 'The sweet hand of the White Rose', my latest award-winning short film.
"Do you like to be scared and jumping on your seat? With Lion, you will live the beginning of a terrible nightmare".
Thanks France: we'll see you again in the festival!!!

'Lion' arrives in Saint-Martin-Boulogne (France)

The last days of holidays are special and we should spend time in a special way. So why not take the opportunity to stay three days in France? My short film doesn't know too much this beautiful country (only one article and one interview in the last months!)... So, while yesterday 'Lion' was in Paris, today it goes to Saint-Martin-Boulogne. We are pleased to invite you to read the new article, written by Alexandre Tristram, that has come out on the popular "Cinema Club" website (click here). Many thanks!!!

'Lion' arrives for the first time in Paris (France)

After one day off, I continue the promotion of my short film with a fantastic news! In the past three months, it visited many beautiful cities as (in alphabetical order): Athens, Barcelona, Budapest, Buenos Aires, Copenhagen, Glasgow, Gothenburg, London, Los Angeles, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Moscow, Naples, New York, Rome, Seattle, Venice, Vienna... Well, today I'm extremely proud to announce that (finally!) 'Lion' landed to Paris, the City of Love! It's with great pleasure that I invite you to read the new amazing article, written by Christophe Gehlen, that has come out on the "Zickma" website (click here). In the news you can also watch my latest award winning short film 'The sweet hand of the White Rose'. Thanks a lot!!!

Tania Mercader - New interview in Phoenix, Arizona (US)

After actor Michael Segal (click here) and me (here), here you have the new exclusive interview with Tania Mercader! Catalan actress talks about 'Lion' and reveals how she gave life to the character of Amanda. Check out her fantastic interview, realized by Mikey Bones, that has come out on the "Gore Hor" website (click here). Well done!!!

'Lion' arrives in Seattle, Washington (US)

'Lion' arrives for the first time in the state of Washington! Today I'm proud to show you the new great article that has come out on the "Skewed and Reviewed" website (click here). Reporter Neil Jordan writes: "It very well has the potential to be a great film". Thank you very much!!!

'Lion' goes to Modesto, California (US)

"Judging by the trailer the film will be preying on how much suspense you can take". Excellent article about 'Lion' that has come out in California! You can read it on "The Horrific Network" website (click here). The article has been written by Jimmy Wienholz. Thanks a lot!!!

'Lion' flies to Newport, Isle of Wight (England)

Before going back to the United States, we will stay another day in England. This time 'Lion' flies on the small Isle of Wight! It's a pleasure to invite you to read the new article, written by Alain Elliott, that has come out on the "Wight Blood" website (click here). Many thanks!!!