Hi, I’m Andreea Alexandra Paduraru—a filmmaker from Romania with a background that spans science and storytelling. I started in experimental physics, then discovered my passion for cinema, directing and co-directing documentaries and short films that combine curiosity, empathy, and a touch of humor. From crafting intimate portraits to collaborating across teams, I’m drawn to projects that push creative boundaries while keeping human experience at their core. I thrive in collaborative environments, whether co-directing with established peers like Cristi Puiu on a documentary that premiered at IDFA Amsterdam or developing TV and short-form work that travels to festivals such as Vienna Shorts. I’m excited to keep exploring new formats, telling bold stories, and continuing to grow as a director and storyteller in the Media & Entertainment industry.…

ANDREEA ALEXANDRA PĂDURARU (HRISTESCU)

Hi, I’m Andreea Alexandra Paduraru—a filmmaker from Romania with a background that spans science and storytelling. I started in experimental physics, then discovered my passion for cinema, directing and co-directing documentaries and short films that combine curiosity, empathy, and a touch of humor. From crafting intimate portraits to collaborating across teams, I’m drawn to projects that push creative boundaries while keeping human experience at their core. I thrive in collaborative environments, whether co-directing with established peers like Cristi Puiu on a documentary that premiered at IDFA Amsterdam or developing TV and short-form work that travels to festivals such as Vienna Shorts. I’m excited to keep exploring new formats, telling bold stories, and continuing to grow as a director and storyteller in the Media & Entertainment industry.…

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Hi, I’m Andreea Alexandra Paduraru—a filmmaker from Romania with a background that spans science and storytelling. I started in experimental physics, then discovered my passion for cinema, directing and co-directing documentaries and short films that combine curiosity, empathy, and a touch of humor. From crafting intimate portraits to collaborating across teams, I’m drawn to projects that push creative boundaries while keeping human experience at their core.

I thrive in collaborative environments, whether co-directing with established peers like Cristi Puiu on a documentary that premiered at IDFA Amsterdam or developing TV and short-form work that travels to festivals such as Vienna Shorts. I’m excited to keep exploring new formats, telling bold stories, and continuing to grow as a director and storyteller in the Media & Entertainment industry.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Director
January 1, 2025 - Present
Do You Know Who I Am? (2025) – Short Film.
Director
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Hypotheses or Predictions Based on Theories (2015) – Short Film; officially selected in VIS Vienna Shorts.
Director
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Directed Moartea Domnului Lăzărescu – Un Making Of (2009) – documentary.
Director
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Directed TV work including the 2007 TV series Lombarzilor 8 (10-12); involvement in contemporary Romanian film projects.
Co-Director at Cristi Puiu
July 13, 1998 - July 19, 1998
Co-directed the documentary 13-19 IULIE, 1998 (IDFA Amsterdam); collaboration with Cristi Puiu on subsequent projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Experimental Physics at University of Craiova
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995
Bachelor's Degree in Film and Television Directing at University of Theatre and Film I. L. Caragiale, Bucharest
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other

Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate