Films and videos
My recent film projects
Calabrisella Mia
A story about the Calabrian immigration to Australia seen through the eyes of two brothers, Jim and Santo Novella. Click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hS3iOGisvvs
Julio the Lollipop Man
Julio Pignon is an 86 year old (2026) Traffic Supervisor whose positive outlook on ageing and life serves as an inspiration to the parents and kids that see him everyday and the wider school community.
This award winning short documentary captures Julio and the impact of his positivity on everyone around him. It has been recognised as an official selection in the Sweeden Film Festival, Golden Bridge Istanbul Film Festival and Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
Rubbish Bin Wars
Joe's very first short film, a comedy about how the humble rubbish bin can start a war. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dz0VfjhJXFk&t=66s
Want to collab?
Got a project in mind you think would be a great collaboration opportunity? Drop me an email at joenovellasemail @ gmail . com