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The 13th Edition of the Bella Basilicata Film Festival
The Bella Basilicata Film Festival will take place 24 October through 2 November in its quaint namesake town, Bella. Located in the provence of Potenza, the town will host some of the most talked about...
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A Matera incontro per presentare il VI Meeting Internazionale del Cinema...
Il giorno 7 marzo alle ore 10:00 presso l’ex Ospedale di San Rocco, a Matera, i rappresentanti di Sensi Contemporanei, Regione Basilicata; Lucana Film Commission e Agis, incontreranno il pubblico...
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Interview: Karen Di Porto of Rome's Festa del Cinema Sleeper Hit- Maria per Roma
Another great edition of the Festa del Cinema di Roma just wrapped up and what a diverse celebration of cinema it was. From documentaries to book presentations to Hollywood stars to Italian cinema...
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A Visual Tribute to Mark My Last Day in Italy's Magnificent Region of Basilicata
Approaching Rionero in VultureToday is my final day of a beautiful cinema-themed stay in Italy's stunning region of Basilicata. During the last two weeks, I've seen numerous films shot in the region...
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Basilicata Filmmaker in the Running for an Oscar
It's just been announced that Donato Sansone's Journal anime has made the short list as a candidate for Best Short Film at the 2017 Academy Awards.The film is an artistic improvisation made between...
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Fabrizio Corallo's "Dino Risi Forever"
On this #FlashbackFriday, I'm taking a look back at one of my favorite films in this year's edition of the Festa del Cinema di Roma- Fabrizio Corallo's documentary, Dino Risi Forever.With director...
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Interview: Alessandro Masi - A Lucano in Hollywood
During my adventures in finding interesting subjects for my "Basilicata: Terra di Cinema" series, I'm often amazed at the reach of filmmakers from Lucania. They travel the world to make and present...
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In theaters today.. Michele Placido's "7 minuti"
The entire cast along with the director and writer of "7 minuti" at the Festa del Cinema di RomaMichele Placido's much talked about film 7 minuti hits Italian theaters today. The timing of the release...
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Michele Vanucci's "Il più grande sogno" (I Was a Dreamer) Now in Italian...
With director Michele Vanucci and lead actor Mirko FrezzaIt's always great to be in Rome for Opening Day of a film. The director and casts usually make their way through a few theaters to present it or...
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Interview: Animator Donato Sansone
Video artist and animator Donato Sansone has made the short list for Oscar contention. He has joined the ranks of an emerging generation in Italy's southern region of Basilicata that has received...
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#RomaFF11 Damiano Damiani's "Il giorno della civetta" and the Photo Exhibit...
IL GIORNO DELLA CIVETTA IL SET, IL FUORI SET E I RITRATTI DI ENRICO APPETITOThere is a beautiful photo exhibit on display in the main hall of the Festa del Cinema di Roma. It is inspired by Il giorno...
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The 13th Edition of the Bella Basilicata Film Festival
The Bella Basilicata Film Festival will take place 24 October through 2 November in its quaint namesake town, Bella. Located in the provence of Potenza, the town will host some of the most talked about...
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A Matera il MICI - L’anteprima di “La mia famiglia a soqquadro”
(In inglese e italiano)Max Nardari's second feature film, La mia famiglia a soqquadro will premiere March 15 in Matera at the International Meeting of Independent Cinema. Starring Bianca Nappi and...
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Italian Short film "Maria" in the Lineup of the Rochester International Film...
The official lineup has not yet been released. However, according the film's creators, Maria, starring actress Anna Ferruzzo, has been chosen for the 59th annual Rochester International Film...
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Interview: Director Yuri Ancarini of "The Challenge"
Dating back some 4,000 years, the sport of falconry is still widely practiced today.With origins in the Middle East, falconry is a highly-regarded pastime, which, in some cultures, also serves as a...
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The 70th Cannes Film Festival off to a Great Start
Actress Monica Bellucci was just named the Mistress of Ceremonies of the 70th Cannes Film Festival, which will run from May 17-28. Check back here for updates as they become available. Click here to...
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Interview: 2017 David di Donatello Nominee Vito Gallina
Embracing his Sicilian culture, actor Vito Gallina is making a name for himself as he takes on unique roles alongside his trailblazing contemporaries.Whether he is starring in an independent short...
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Toni Servillo's New Comedy Headed to America
Director Francesco Amato's Lasciate andare (Let Yourself Go) starring Toni Servillo is headed to North America. According to Variety, L.A.-based Menemsha Films has acquired North American rights.The...
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A Conversation with Actor Mirko Frezza of David di Donatello Winner "Il più...
The 2017 David di Donatello award show, which took place on Monday, was an exciting event that celebrated many great contemporary talents of Italian cinema. I was fortunate to have seen most of the...
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Luigi Di Gianni: Understanding History Through Cinema
"Curiosity has its own reason for existence. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality.” -Albert EinsteinMy...
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