Franco Clerc is a passionate screenwriter and director who focuses on human stories. He started his filmmaking career in 2012 in the advertisement industry before reorienting towards television and Cinema production. With an initial training in tourism, he has forged his commitment to highlighting Madagascar's culture, traditions, socio-economic or environmental challenges by working with international documentary projects. As a director, he has made a name with his several short films, including "Samy Manana Ny Adiny" - to Each Their Own Battle." from which he received the Audience Award at the 2019 Madagascar Short Film Festival. In addition to his work as a screenwriter and director, Franco Clerc provides consultations and courses for young aspiring storytellers. In 2022, he co-founded EKAA, a drama school and talent agency that supports young Malagasy talents.