Enzo Zelocchi Makes Leap From Cinema to Real-world Healthcare Superhero

From time to time, don’t we all just find ourselves wishing that a dashing lycra-clad superhero would swoop in and solve our most pressing problems? Certainly, anyone trying to navigate the minefields of the contemporary American healthcare system probably shares that thought. From costly consultations to runaway bills and extortionate prescription prices, the nation’s medical status quo could definitely use an overhaul.

Excitingly, when taking a break from dashing through fictional minefields in his award-winning Hollywood projects, actor-director Enzo Zelocchi has made it his mission to make the American healthcare landscape far safer for us all to traverse.

He might not be donning a cape to get the job done (although, who are we to say) but he’s absolutely determined to be the hero. Zelocchi aims to utilize modern technology to democratize wellness for the masses. Reading like one of his action-packed scripts, the story will have you on the edge of your seat. Read on as we explore how a cinematic multi-talent branched out into the world of healthcare.

The Project No War Collects Awards as Zelocchi Pursues Entrepreneurship

Few will have missed the recent hype about No War, a staggering film set in recently war-torn Ukraine, following the daring escape of CIA agent John and Ukrainian child refugee Malen’kaya as they try to outrun the Russian military in a brutal post-apocalyptic landscape. However, what many may not have realized is that Zelocchi not only starred in the film’s leading role but also wrote, directed, and produced the project—a rare achievement indeed.

Unusually, it is nothing new for Enzo Zelocchi to take credit for so many roles on a single film. In fact, he’s been drawing critical acclaim for just that since his breakthrough masterpiece My Little Princess in 2010, which explored the story of a father and his terminally-ill daughter as they navigated treatment within the American healthcare system.

Over the last months, the daring creation of No War has earned Zelocchi a dizzying number of awards—84 and counting as I type these words—including for Best Actor at the Florence Film Awards, Milan Gold Awards, and Cannes World Film Festival; the Best Action Film award at the Las Vegas Movie Awards, and the Best Director Award at Cineddiction Spotlight Film Awards.

Undoubtedly, one facet of Zelocchi’s far-reaching global appeal is his own multicultural heritage and understanding. Born into a multi-national family in Italy, the dashing actor-turned-philanthropist and entrepreneur is of Italian, Russian, British, Spanish, and French descent. He has spent a lifetime moving between Europe, the United States, and beyond, forging strong bonds with audiences on different continents—and growing his social media following into the millions in the process.

Deciding to Become a Real Hero Rather Than Only an Action Star

Perhaps it is this long-cultivated empathy for a diversity of people that propelled Zelocchi towards a new healthcare venture. The seed for this dramatic professional divestment was sewn when Zelocchi was writing the story for his 2010 movie My Little Princess. As he put himself into the shoes of fictional young Jewish father Aaron as he tragically deals with the death of his wife and the illness of his daughter, Zelocchi came face-to-face with the harsh realities of seeking medical care in the United States today.

This experience provided the actor with an unusual insight into the struggles faced by so many Americans, who suffer unnecessarily due to a broken healthcare system that is unfit to serve. Thanks to his love for technology, Zelocchi began to realize that resolution is possible, but it requires a forward-thinking approach.

The result was the creation of a novel healthcare company, A-Medicare, with Zelocchi taking on a new kind of role—this time as CEO of his budding company, rather than as a movie heart-throb or action star.

So, what exactly is A-Medicare, and how will it solve the healthcare crisis that blights so many Americans? In the manifestation of Zelocchi and his team’s striking vision, the platform is set to utilize contemporary tools such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain technology to streamline and democratize American healthcare. Their vision includes a smartphone app through which users will be able not only to connect with various medical establishments and book consultations but also coordinate their bills and even monitor their day-to-day health metrics.

It is an ambitious vision indeed, but who better to bring into being a heroic solution to a real-world crisis than someone who has built his career on manifesting the impossible on screen? Learn more about A-Medicare today, and be sure to catch No War as it continues to show at major film festivals and in limited cinemas around the world.

Enzo Zelocchi – Afternoon in Paris

Enzo Zelocchi – “NO WAR” – Trailer

Take A Closer Look Into Enzo Zelocchi’s Masterpiece: “No War”

The plot of “No War” centers on a CIA contractor who travels to Ukraine in search of Russian weapons of mass destruction and, on the way takes a young Ukrainian girl with him after finding her while fighting Russian soldiers. In light of the dire conditions, he puts everything on the line to get this tiny child to safety.

Notes From the director:

Regarding the undertaking, Zelocchi had this to say about it: He believes “No War” to be a miracle. He says: We were scheduled to film a project involving zombies, and when I saw all of the locations and equipment that were available, I was very excited. I decided to try something different. I put up this project with just a few days of pre-production time and virtually no screenplay ready to go. Taking into account all the challenges, I was shocked with how things turned out in the end.

The directing principle of — show, don’t tell- is something that Enzo Zelocchi strongly adheres to in his work. There is not a single boring moment over the whole movie. The production design is inventive, and the film is incredible thanks to the astute directorial choices mixed with some action moments that are beautifully filmed and very exhilarating. The chaos of battle is shown vividly on film and serves as a superb background for the telling of a very human story. The film never becomes too political and it never loses sight of its intrinsic aim, which is to place the overarching storyline at the center of the narrative at all times.

About the movie, as well as what went on behind the scenes:

During his work on “No War”, Zelocchi assumed various roles. He is not only the lead actor but also the producer, writer, and director of the film. His previous efforts have shown that he can hold various titles while still producing outstanding work. On the other hand, the team that he collaborates with on “No War” assists him in carrying the weight while producing equally astounding outcomes. The film boasts a high production value, as seen by the stunning drone views and the hyper-realistic opening sequence, which takes place inside the cockpit of a fighter jet.

Emilia Nimak, who plays the role of the little girl, is a real-life Ukrainian refugee, and she draws on that experience in her performance. Actors Antonio Gibertini and Attilio Tarabusi are two examples of those who are contributing deeply felt emotions to the production. Finally, Michele Ballarini succeeds in conveying the message of hope and warmth in his roles as editor and cinematographer.

Awards and Acclamations:

Cineddiction Films describes the film “No War” with the thrilling trip and slow deep-dive. Thrilling action scenes and brilliant production design are two examples of how Zelocchi’s passion for expressing the tale rather than explaining it” is made clear throughout the film. Most significantly, it stays true to its promise of a very human story.