Luminalia is an independent sales agency specializing in festival strategy and creative distribution. With a strong focus on non-Western productions, our thoughtfully curated catalogue showcases films from underrepresented regions.
 
By spotlighting stories and voices that transcend stereotypes, we aim to reflect on—and move beyond—the “us” and “them” dichotomy, challenging ethnocentrism and orientalism. 
 
While navigating the entire distribution spectrum, we champion collaboration and transparency, tailoring our strategies to the unique needs of each project.
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Tommaso Priante
holds a Bachelor’s in Modern Literature (University of Bologna) and a Master’s in Cultural Studies (Goldsmiths, University of London).

In recent years, he has worked with major festivals and markets like IFFR, Venice, TorinoFilm Lab, Far East Film Festivals, among others.

He has also gained experience in acquisitions (Coproduction Office) and sales (Deckert Distribution).

tommaso@luminaliafilm.com
Bologna, Italy

Lara González Lobo
is a project manager, producer, and programmer and she holds a Bachelor’s in Art History and a Master’s in Audiovisual Heritage.

Over the years, she has worked across major international festivals and markets such as Venice, the EFM, and IFFR, where she coordinated the co-production market CineMart.

She has also served as an independent consultant on project evaluation panels for various international festivals and industry labs.

lara@luminaliafilm.com
Gijón, Spain

Basma Ahmed
holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and has participated in the Creative Documentary Filmmaking Workshop, where she wrote and directed her debut short documentary in 2021.

She has worked with Between Women Filmmakers’ Caravan and The Attic Production, and has served as a reader for Between Women Filmmakers’ Caravan, as well as for other festivals and film labs.

She has also strengthened her background with film programming, graphic design, art direction, program development and consulting.

festivals@luminaliafilm.com
Cairo, Egypt