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Francesca Scorsese Directs Episode on Carlo Acutis's Legacy

12/7/2025

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Francesca Scorsese, the daughter of Martin Scorsese, directed an episode of his series Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints about Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia in 2006, premiering December 7, 2025.
She felt uneasy filming Acutis's preserved body, choosing limited stock footage.
She reflects on waning faith during her mother's illness.
Martin Scorsese praised Francesca's Gen Z perspective, highlighting preparation and rehearsal.
Their collaboration has evolved through viral TikTok videos.

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Story summary

Francesca Scorsese, the daughter of Martin Scorsese, directed an episode of his series Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints about Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia in 2006, premiering December 7, 2025.
She felt uneasy filming Acutis's preserved body, choosing limited stock footage.
She reflects on waning faith during her mother's illness.
Martin Scorsese praised Francesca's Gen Z perspective, highlighting preparation and rehearsal.
Their collaboration has evolved through viral TikTok videos.