2024
The Project
Short Movie
During the Ferrari Tribute of the Mille Miglia 2024, The First Mile came to life—a project by Convallaria for Lava Racing. This short docu-film chronicles Maciej’s first Mille Miglia experience in a Ferrari 430 Scuderia, offering a glimpse into his personal journey and capturing the spirit of this iconic competition.
Ferrari 430 Scuderia
Ferrari 430 Scuderia
Ferrari 430 Scuderia in the rain - Starting point of the 2024 Mille Miglia
Mille Miglia in the hills of Emilia Romagna
Ferrari 430 Scuderia in black and white
Siena during the Mille Miglia 2024
Maciej in the Ferrari 430 Scuderia during the 2024 Mille Miglia - Ferrari Tribute - Lava Racing
Ferrari 430 Scuderia
Mille Miglia 2024 - Ferrari in the Emilia Romagna hills
Ferrari in Italy
Mille Miglia 2024 preparation - Ferrari Tribute
As part of the Convallaria team, I worked to both production and editing. From shaping the initial concept to coordinating logistics, every step of the process required precision and creativity. On-site, we followed the race closely, documenting key moments that brought the story to life. In post-production, my focus shifted to refining the narrative and ensuring the final film resonated with its audience.
This project stands as a testament to teamwork and vision. I’m incredibly proud of what we achieved—The First Mile not only engaged its audience but also earned a nomination at the Grand Motoring Film Festival in Coastal Carolina, USA.
Credits
Produced by Convallaria
Directed by Michael Mensah
Produced by Simone Asperti and Leonardo Scarpellini
Camera operated by Michael Mensah
Edited by Michael Mensah and Simone Asperti
Photography by Gabriele Galli
A Lava Racing and Convallaria production