Luca Guadagnino

The Profile

Luca Guadagnino is an Italian film director and screenwriter known for visually driven, sensual films such as Io sono l'amore, Chiamami col tuo nome (Call Me by Your Name), Suspiria and Bones and All.

Frequently adapts existing works; critics note his focus on bodies, sensuality, visual composition, and on recurring themes of desire and transgression. His films span drama, romance and horror and often divide opinion on narrative clarity versus visual atmosphere.

DeBaser reviewers repeatedly note Guadagnino's fascination with bodies, sensuality and strong visual style. Opinions vary: some praise his daring visual reworkings and performances, others fault narrative fragmentation and thin motivations. Films discussed include Suspiria, Chiamami col tuo nome (Call Me by Your Name), Io sono l'amore, Bones and All, Challengers and Queer.