Christina Ienna is a Italian-Canadian cinematographer, director and curious human dedicated to telling stories that connect people to place, purpose and one another. Her work spans documentary, narrative, commercial and branded content, often rooted in themes of identity, resilience and the natural world. She is drawn to human stories that reveal quiet strength and collective spirit, especially those led by women or communities whose voices are often overlooked. She has worked with companies such as DESTINATION CANADA, VICE, CBC, GQ, LIFETIME, PIXAR and UNIVERSAL MUSIC.
 

She is an Associate Member that serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Society of Cinematographers and spends a large part of her time volunteering as a CSC Education Co-Chair creating educational initiatives, workshops and mentoring opportunities for emerging cinematographers. She is a member of WIFT-T, Women in the Directors Chair and the International Collective of Female Cinematographers. Christina also holds both a Canadian and Italian EU Passport with the ability to work internationally as well as being licensed as an advanced drone pilot.
 

Although she primarily works as a cinematographer, she is also well versed in directing. Music video GROWING YOUNGER was an official NATIONAL SCREEN INSTITUTE selection while her short documentary HANDMADE FILM has won awards in Best Cinematography and Best Short Documentary, screening in thirty festivals internationally. Her narrative debut short film GEMMA completed a successful international festival run and her latest documentary SURFISTAS will begin screening in 2026.
 

Christina enjoys exploring liminal spaces and how they shape belonging and identity. Her goal is to make work that not only moves people aesthetically, but also sparks connection and possibility. Beyond her film work, she co-founded COFFEE HOUSE HOURS, a grassroots monthly meetup for filmmakers to connect and foster genuine community. Whether behind the camera or building creative networks, Christina is committed to storytelling as a bridge that encourages empathy, collaboration and discovery.