Cristina Costantini

Cristina Costantini born and raised in Wisconsin is an Emmy Awardwinning director and producer renowned for her compelling documentaries that blend investigative rigor with heartfelt storytelling A graduate of Yale University Cristina began her career as an investigative journalist delving into critical issues such as immigration detention centers and the opioid epidemic Her impactful reporting earned her accolades including a GLAAD Media Award two Emmy nominations and an Alfred I duPontColumbia University Award Transitioning to documentary filmmaking Cristina codirected Science Fair a film that follows nine high school students as they compete in the International Science and Engineering Fair The documentary won the inaugural Festival Favorite Award at the Sundance Film Festival and an Emmy Award cementing her reputation as a talented filmmaker In 2020 Cristina codirected Mucho Mucho Amor a documentary about the legendary astrologer Walter Mercado The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was later released on Netflix receiving critical acclaim and a nomination for a Critics Choice Award As a partner at Muck Media a Los Angelesbased production company Cristina continues to focus on characterdriven storytelling that highlights underrepresented narratives In 2024 Muck Media received 21 Emmy nominations underscoring its commitment to impactful journalism and storytelling Cristina resides in Los Angeles with her husband Alfie their daughter Penny and their elderly pug Harriet