Roberto Rossellini and Italian Neorealism
by Francesca Ricci
Roberto Rossellini died on the day when the leaves of the calendar bore the date of June 3, “if we are on the side that considers the numbers”, from the point of view of the Little Prince. But he is one of the most important directors of the Italian Neorealism Movement, which paved the way for the whole world, and one of the geniuses in the world of immortals….
Le città di pianura: A picture of the spirit of the times
Una fotografia che cattura lo spirito dei temp The film revolves around two old friends in their fifties, Carlobianchi and Doriano. The two characters constantly wander through small towns and bars across Veneto in search of “one last drink.” Their lives are shaped by economic collapse, personal failure, and an attachment to the past. During […]
David di Donatello 2026: Total Triumph for Le città di pianura
David di Donatello 2026: Total Triumph for Le città di pianura The 71st edition of the David di Donatello Awards concluded with a triumphant night for Le città di pianura by Francesco Sossai, which won a total of 8 David awards out of 16 nominations. The film took home the ceremony’s top honours, including Best […]
“Apollonia and I”
by Ayfer Selamoğlu
Apollonia Vitelli-Corleone is the fairy of love who plays a crucial role in Michael’s transformation, the innocent and delicate beauty that changed Michael’s lifeline but also changed her life. That moment is a very important coincidence that will change both of their lives forever…
Turin Film Festival: The Winners
Turin Film Festival: The Winners Morgan Knibbe triumphs with “The Garden of Earthly Delights”, while Ester Ivakič wins the Special Jury Prize with “Ida Who Sang So Badly Even the Dead Rose Up and Joined Her in Song”. The curtain has fallen on the 43rd edition of the Turin Film Festival, which celebrated cinema in […]
The Adventure (1960)
Italian cinema – Movie recommendation
“Good! But before you go out, you should tell me: ‘I feel like I miss a leg when I’m without you’! Go, visit the city alone. But tell me ‘I want to hug your shadow on the wall’!” Claudia (Monica Vitti)
Rome Film Fest, “Left-Handed Girl” Wins Best Film
Rome Film Fest, “Left-Handed Girl” Wins Best Film Left-Handed Girl is the best film of the Rome Film Fest. Jasmine Trinca and Anson Boon are named best actors. The Grand Prize goes to Nino, and the Special Award goes to the cast of “40 Seconds.” The 20th Rome Film Fest has concluded. After 11 days […]
The Heart of Cinema Beats in Rome, the City of Light
The Heart of Cinema Beats in Rome, the City of Light by Andira Vitale In its 20th year, the Festival del Cinema di Roma celebrates the transformation of contemporary cinema with the theme “Visioni in Movimento.” With October, the city of light once again becomes the heart of European cinema. Artificial intelligence, digital storytelling, and […]
The timeless icon of Italian style
Vita gazette culture – City Lights – Marcello Mastroianni
È un uomo bellissimo con un sorriso dolce e leggero, una voce morbida, uno sguardo malinconico, una classe innata e moderna.
Farewell to Claudia Cardinale
Farewell to Claudia Cardinale Claudia Cardinale, An icon, a muse, beautiful, sweet, talented and the eternal feminine passed away at 87. Claudia Cardinale died on Tuesday evening in Nemours, near Paris, surrounded by her children: she was 87 years old and one of the public’s most beloved divas. Claudia Cardinale was born in Tunisia on […]