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ICFF 9 EDITION TH
ICFF is promoted by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Following the incredible success of the Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival that brought more than 15,000 people to Toronto, Vaughan and Markham, we are excited to present the ninth edition, ICFF at Home, a new online program that will play a role in homes of film lovers across Canada.
Cristiano de Florentiis ARTISTIC DIRECTOR ICFF CO-FOUNDER
ICFF, presented by IC Savings and supported by the Italian Embassy, Consulates and the Italian Cultural Institutes, this year, brings 50 thoughtfully curated films and shorts to the ICFF Platform, together with 13 exclusive titles that will be featured on Rogers TV, for all Rogers customers. This incredible program is thanks to the support of our sponsors, partners and institutions. In celebration of the centenary of Federico Fellini, the festival dedicates this edition to the great Maestro of Italian cinema with two incredible documentaries: Fellinopolis by Silvia Giulietti and Fellini, Première Fois by Paul Tana, as well as the physical screenings at the Vancouver Rio Theatre of 8 ½ and La Dolce Vita. ICFF at Home will present a variety of Special Events that celebrate and highlight Italian culture. This year’s Industry Day will take place in Toronto at Pinewood Studios and will explore the topics of Italian-Canadian Co-Productions and Virtual Productions, organized with our proud partners: ANICA, ITA Italian Trade Agency and SIRT.
Maurizio Magnifico MANAGING DIRECTOR ICFF CO-FOUNDER
ICFF Cucina returns this year celebrating the week of Italian cuisine in the world with two films: A Fish Out of Water and The True story of Tiramisù. Eataly Toronto has curated a menu inspired by the features, bringing these exquisite dishes directly to the homes of our audience. ICFF Architettura & Design, presented by Great Gulf, will introduce two documentaries showcasing Italy’s most appreciated architects: Renzo Piano: The Architect of Light by award-winner Carlos Saura, and Palladio by Giacomo Gatti. In the past months, we have constantly monitored the evolving situation and have adapted each time: reconnecting physically thanks to the Lavazza Drive-In this past summer, and now with the new online platform, bringing the festival directly to our audience. We are very thankful for these opportunities to explore new formats, and for the first time in ICFF history, reaching audiences across the nation. However, when asked if physical events will be replaced by virtual initiatives, we must say no. Although watching movies from the comfort of your home is a great experience, in our opinion, nothing can compare to the feeling of community at a physical film festival. For this reason, we hope to soon bring ICFF back to the cinemas, keeping an additional online component connecting our fans all across Canada.
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FILM SELECTION 31 Opening Movie Fellinopolis 41 A Fish Out of Water
INTRODUCTION 3
32 ICFF 2020, and the winner is...
Co-Founders Letter
53 Renzo Piano: The Architect of Light - Renzo Piano: L'architetto della luce 55 Palladio
35 HOW TO FESTIVAL
SPECIAL EVENTS 37 Special Events 2020
57 Aspromonte: Land of the Forgotten - Aspromonte: la terra degli ultimi 59 Hidden Away - Volevo Nascondermi 61 Hammamet
75 If you love me - Se mi vuoi bene 77 Dolceroma 77 Airplane Mode - Modalità aereo 79 Fellini, Premières fois 79 Tata 81 Short Movies
38 ICFF Cucina
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Simone Massoni
Get to know the artist behind the cover
ICFF YOUTH 88 About ICFF Youth 2020
7-19 Institutional Letters of Support 21 Board of Directors and Board of Advisors
63 Tolo Tolo 43
ICFF Industry Day
65 Feel your memory - Tornare
FELLINI 100
91 The Legend of Sarila - La légende de Sarila 92 Kuessipan
SPECIAL THANKS
22 Federico Fellini 100th Anniversary
125 Sponsors
24 "Need that Picture of You"
129 Partners
27 Fellini Exhibition
131 Industry
29 Fellini Retrospective 30 About Fellinopolis
51 ICFF Architettura & Design 67 If Only - Magari 56 Heritage Calabria
69 Copperman
59 ICFF Arte
71 I Hate Summer - Odio l'Estate
94 Call the Shots 97 Lavazza Drive-in
73 All My Crazy Love -Tutto il mio folle amore
133 Staff
GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST BEHIND THE COVER
SIMONE MASSONI Interview by Anne-Elise Allegritti Q. Simone, what inspired the poster for ICFF 2020? A. Federico Fellini was certainly one of the greatest sources of inspiration for this poster, and it was wonderful to be able to celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birth with a personal touch… not only visually, but also conceptually. All of the great Maestro’s works were born of a dreamlike sense, almost surreal, which is what I tried to recapture with the inter-mingling of characters and elements from some of his most iconic films. At the same time, I tried to always maintain the connection between Italy and Canada.
Q.Your poster exudes cinema from every angle. What is your relationship with cinema and particularly with Fellini’s films? A. I cannot say that I am an expert on cinema, but I never miss an opportunity to go the theatre. I like all those movies that tell of real events and situations, even contemporary topics, happening in that moment, but sprinkled with a bit of madness and surrealism. Needless to say, Federico Fellini is one of those directors who really succeeds in this realm. Unfortunately, I only discovered and came to appreciate his style and his films as an adult, partly for age reasons and partly because my tastes have changed over time.
Q.On the topic of cinema, you are an artist and an illustrator… Have you ever thought about working in animation? A. Animation is certainly a fascinating field whose borders with drawing/static art are becoming increasingly blurred with time, as technologies – both hardware and software – evolve. It is a field that interests me a lot but I’ve preferred to create connections over the years with animators and artists in the sector, rather than inserting myself. Actually, I have tried it, but it garnered disappointing results compared to the efforts and energy I put forth. I believe animation is in my future, but I can’t yet predict how or in which form.
SIMONE MASSONI Simone Massoni is an artist who is currently based in Florence. He loves to experiment with everything he finds visually stimulating. After starting his career as a children’s book illustrator, he moved his interests to be aligned more with visual design and arts. You can find his latest explorations in books, magazines, advertising commercials and shows around the globe. He works, and has worked for clients Kiehl’s, Ferragamo, Facebook, Vogue, The New Yorker, The New York Times, GQ, The Times, Random House, amongst others. In this interview, we look at Simone as an artist and discover the passion behind his work.
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The interest for Italy is on the rise in Canada: every year, thousands of students study Italian, that is one of the most widely spoken of the "heritage languages”. "Made in Italy” is highly appreciated in all its expressions: from fashion to agri-food to technology and culture. In this context, the visual arts, and cinema in particular, play a leading role, through their ability to convey a dynamic and contemporary image of our country - an image that we must nurture and support.
Claudio Taffuri AMBASSADOR OF ITALY IN CANADA
At this very challenging time, when our mobility is severely restricted, we are more determined than ever to make a contribution. And thanks to the dedication and commitment of the ICFF, we will be able to bring Italy into the homes of our Canadian friends. It will be a different Italian Contemporary Film Festival this year, for sure, but I am certain that its curious and attentive audience will be no less enthusiastic. And the more so as this is a very exciting time for Italian cinema, going through a deep, vibrant, long-awaited renewal, as one generation passes the torch to the next. Initiatives such as this one, as well as the ICFF Drive-in Film Festival which we organized this past summer 2020, are what we really need. Even at a time when we are required to remain distanced, we did not want to give up, we did not want to lose touch with each other, and we explored new solutions and new ways to share our cinema and culture with our Canadian friends.
Every year, thanks to the efforts and vision of a committed Board of Directors and Staff in addition to a great team of volunteers, the ICFF continues to provide the Italian - Canadian community and all patrons of the Italian culture alike a unique opportunity to appreciate the Italian contemporary cinema production in Canada. This year, in spite of the unexpected disruption caused by the global pandemic, the ICFF was able to overcome all challenges in a commendable, creative, brilliant way, which reflects the Italian nature and true spirit through a different yet successful type of stage, the drive-in setting.
Eugenio Sgrò CONSUL GENERAL, CONSULATE GENERAL OF ITALY IN TORONTO
The art of cinema carries the magic of conveying the depth and richness of our culture, art and values through contemporary stories and images of our evolving country and we are grateful to have been able to enjoy it thanks to the drive-in movie setting. My sincere congratulations and best wishes to the ICFF and every one involved in the organization of its events for another vibrant, intense and successful season.
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A warm welcome to the audience of the ninth edition of the Italian Contemporary Film Festival (ICFF). This event, bringing together thousands of fans of Italian cinema in Canada every year, today welcomes us in an unprecedented form that responds - due to the pandemic we find ourselves fighting - to the duty of guaranteeing everyone's health. By restructuring itself in order not to miss its annual appointment, the ICFF sends us an important message: Italian cinema, and our cultural industry in general, do not come to a halt. I am sure that this edition will also be a great celebration that will honour our beloved Italy, its talents and beauties, and will make us feel even closer to it.
Silvia Costantini CONSUL GENERAL OF ITALY IN MONTREAL
Our cinema boasts an unmatched wealth of skills and professionalism: actors, directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, composers, costume and set designers who have made Italian cinema unforgettable in the world. And speaking of giants, let’s not forget that this year marks the centenary of the birth of Federico Fellini, the most celebrated Italian director of all time. I therefore wish great success to this initiative which enhances - through the films in the programme - Italian excellence, so cherished in Canada as well as elsewhere: our enormous artistic and cultural wealth, creativity, innovation, good food, design, lifestyle, that "Vivere all’italiana" (Living the Italian way) for which our Country is admired in the world. It is precisely with this spirit that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs places the “Fare Cinema” project at the centre of its cultural diplomacy for the promotion of quality Italian cinema and the film industry of our country. Let's enjoy the show and allow ourselves to be taken on this trip to Italy, in complete safety. Happy viewing everyone!
It is a real pleasure to extend my heartfelt benvenuto! to Western Canada to the first online edition of the Italian Contemporary Film Festival. This year has marked an unprecedented period in our history, in which we have witnessed countries, organizations and people suffer from continued physical and social distancing. At a time when movie theatres are empty, initiatives such as the ICFF constitute the silver lining of the pandemic cloud and offer all lovers of Italian cinema in our vast jurisdiction a much-needed opportunity to enjoy the latest films of Italian production.
Fabio Messineo CONSUL GENERAL, CONSULATE GENERAL OF ITALY IN VANCOUVER
I look forward to the Festival program as well as to the additional screenings that will be held at the Rio Theatre in Vancouver honouring Italy’s most celebrated Maestro Federico Fellini, on the 100th anniversary of his birth. Our Consulate General is proud to keep supporting initiatives to promote Italian cinema, showcase our culture and bring Western Canadian audiences closer to the Italian lifestyle. Buona visione a tutti!
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In this time of uncertainty one thing is certain: cinema continues its path of creativity and entertainment, making this pandemic a little more tolerable. Things have obviously changed drastically, our plans and projects required adjustments, cinemas look a lot different than they did less than a year ago and nobody could have predicted the return of drive-ins. The year 2020 will without a doubt remain in the history books; last year we thought it was going to simply mark the 100th anniversary of Federico Fellini's birth and had planned an impressive exhibition in collaboration with ICFF and Bell Lightbox, which has been postponed to better times.
Alessandro Ruggera DIRECTOR, ISTITUTO ITALIANO DI CULTURA DI TORONTO
The Istituto has learned to adapt to the new normal, our language courses are now online, as is most of our cultural programme, however we continue to offer exhibitions in our gallery, following provincial health guidelines to ensure the safety of our staff and visitors. The year 2020 also marks an important date for me, since my mandate as Director of the Istituto Italiano di Cultura has come to an end. Thank you to the staff at ICFF for the unforgettable experience, I leave my successor in good hands.
De nouveau cette année, nous réitérons nos remerciements à Cristiano de Florentiis et à Maurizio Magnifico, concepteurs et animateurs infatigables du Festival du film italien contemporain (ICFF). C’est un événement, qui a récolté un succès retentissant depuis quelques années déjà, et qui fait rayonner le cinéma italien à travers les provinces de l’Ontario et du Québec.
Francesco D’Arelli DIRECTOR, ISTITUTO ITALIANO DI CULTURA DI MONTREAL
Pour souligner le centième anniversaire de la naissance de Federico Fellini (1920-2020), l’Institut Italien de Culture de Montréal a produit, en collaboration avec l’UQAM, un film intitulé Fellini, premières fois de Paul Tana. Ce film est un hommage au grand maître Fellini rendu à travers les témoignages de cinéastes québécois qui ont été inspirés, exaltés et portés par ses films. Paul Tana leur demandera de raconter leur première vision d’un film de Fellini, de quel film s’agissait-il? Dans quelles circonstances et quelle fut leur réaction? Tous les témoignages, tel un clin-d’oeil au néoréalisme, sont tournés au Caffè Italia, alors qu’en arrière-plan se déroule l’activité quotidienne du café. Federico Fellini avec son œuvre La dolce vita a entraîné une véritable révolution du cinéma, en fait, l’historien Jean A. Gili nous l’explique « Avant la révolution de La dolce vita et de Huit et demi, Fellini est déjà un point de référence du cinéma italien…il a pleinement assimilé les leçons du néoréalisme et les a nourries du pouvoir visionnaire de son imagination : avec lui s’accomplit la transformation entre une réalité saisie dans ses composantes authentiques et une réalité recréée par la fantaisie et le rêve. » Avec La dolce vita, Fellini va d’emblée se distancer de tout ce qui fondait son cinéma jusqu’alors en remettant en cause et la société dans laquelle il vit et sa manière d’appréhender le cinéma. Fellini a toujours été le cinéaste le plus introspectif, le plus artistique et, oui, le plus génial du cinéma italien au pays de la douceur de vivre!
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On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I am delighted to welcome everyone to the Italian Contemporary Film Festival’s ICFF At Home virtual festival. In these challenging times, I am encouraged to see the innovative way that the festival is bringing these films to its audience - reminding us of the power of film to entertain, inform and inspire, no matter what the world throws at us. I believe that culture, including our actors and filmmakers, will help shape Ontario’s post COVID-19 economy and identity - and events like ICFF At Home will continue to showcase our diversity, display our resilience and make important contributions to our shared experience as Ontarians.
Hon. Lisa MacLeod MINISTER OF HERITAGE, SPORT, TOURISM AND CULTURE INDUSTRIES
I would like to thank the dedicated organizers and the talented artists who have done so much to promote Italian culture and heritage through these excellent films. Your passion and hard work are inspiring to us all.
As the Member of Provincial Parliament for Vaughan-Woodbridge it gives me great pleasure to congratulate you on this venture as ICFF enjoyed incredible success with sold-out screenings every night. Your creativity knows no bounds. 2020 has witnessed extraordinary and unprecedented times. We have been forced to isolate and stay away from friends and families. Isolation has affected our mental health.
Hon. Michael Tibollo ASSOCIATE MINISTER OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTIONS
I would like to applaud the Italian Contemporary Film Festival for organizing the LAVAZZA DRIVE-IN NIGHTS which allowed the residents of Vaughan-Woodbridge to enjoy a night out while maintaining social distancing. I was impressed to see that although the world forced us to stay in our homes, the team at ICFF did not give up. They re-invented the traditional red carpet and created a Drive-Thru instead. Your efforts created an opportunity for people to enjoy a night which was fun, entertaining and most importantly, safe. Well done!
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It is my pleasure to extend greetings and a warm welcome to everyone participating in the 9th Italian Contemporary Film Festival 2020. This virtual film festival offers the opportunity to share in a vibrant showcase of Italian culture and cinema. I am happy to see that festivals are finding new ways to continue to provide film buffs the opportunity to view Italian contemporary films in a virtual format.
John Tory MAYOR, CITY OF TORONTO
Thank you to the actors, directors, producers, screenwriters, editors and all involved for your contribution to the development of quality cinema. It is your talent, creativity and innovative works that enhance the entertainment industry. On behalf of Toronto City Council, I wish everyone an enjoyable and memorable event. Please accept my best wishes for continued success.
I am pleased to extend greetings to the attendees and supporters of the 2020 Italian Contemporary Film Festival (ICFF). This event is a wonderful celebration of Italian cinema and filmmakers from around the world. Each year, the festival presents an international collection of feature films, documentaries and shorts, including premieres, advanced screenings, and independent films. As we continue to adhere to physical distancing protocols, I am pleased this annual event is proceeding virtually this year, which will allow for an even greater audience to experience the magic of Italian film.
Hon. Maurizio Bevilacqua, P.C. MAYOR , CITY OF VAUGHAN
Celebrating art and cultural expression enriches people’s lives and helps foster a welcoming and vibrant community. We must continue to support local and international talent and provide enhanced opportunities for artists to thrive and develop their skills. I want to extend my warmest and sincerest gratitude and appreciation to all the volunteers and supporters of ICFF. Your passion, energy and commitment to the arts will inspire future generations to dream, create and grow. Please accept my best wishes for an enjoyable and successful event. Buona visione a tutti!
I T ’ S H O W YO U S AY C O F F E E I N I TA L I A N
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The Italian Trade Commission has always supported ICFF in its mandate to share Italian cinema, culture and traditions with audiences across Canada. Once again this year we are an honored partner with ICFF and ANICA in the organization of Industry Day, that will take place on December 2nd 2020, at SIRT within Pinewood Toronto Studios. The event will focus on Italian-Canadian Co-Productions, bringing together some of the greatest producers and creators from both countries, to engage in a dynamic panel about the perks and benefits of co-productions.
Matteo Picariello ITALIAN TRADE COMMISSIONER TO CANADA
Industry Day will dive deep into the topic of Virtual Productions, showcasing some of the most ground-breaking technologies from Italy and Canada. Both countries will present their latest project and innovations with the incredible LED Wall Stage Production Technology at SIRT, and the T6 Virtual Green Studio, a brand new 360° green screen at Istituto Luce Cinecittà.
This year the Italian Contemporary Film Festival's collaboration with ANICA, ICE and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, will be even more impactful and significant than in the past. Thanks to the steadfast and constant work of all parties involved, we were able to identify the right circumstances to focus the efforts and to promote the best Italian films to our vast audience across the country.
Roberto Stabile HEAD OF THE INTERNATIONAL DEPARTMENT, ANICA
Despite the hardships and the challenges that this year has brought upon us all, weighing down on all countries’ economical systems, individuals’ activities and cultural endeavors, we are committed to strengthening our support and collaboration in the 2020 edition of Industry Day. The initiative, grown to be one of the most important networking events between Canada and Italy, is dedicated to the relation between the countries' film industries. This year will focus on discussing and developing Italian-Canadian Co-Productions, thanks to an exceptional delegation of industry experts from both counterparts.The event will emphasize and promote Italy and its beautiful world-famous landscapes as new venues and backdrops for future productions. In addition, it offers an incredible resource for upcoming projects, illustrating all of the incentives that the national and regional governments make available, as well as the services offered by the wide network of operators set up by the Film Commission. Furthermore, Industry Day will explore the prominent topic of Virtual Productions and the new revolutionary and forthcoming technologies that are emerging and shaping this field from both sides of the ocean, connecting creators and innovators of some of the most cutting-edge Italian and Canadian companies. Industry Day 2020 will undeniably open up new horizons for the event, exploiting the new online format and allowing more filmmakers and film lovers to take part in and join the initiative, in the hopes however of soon being be able to meet and work together again in person.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PAUL GOLINI CHAIRMAN
MAURIZIO BEVILACQUA HONORARY CHAIRMAN
KEN CANCELLARA TREASURER
NICK IANNELLI
LUCIA CAVAGGIONI
IVANA DI ROCCO
DIANE CAPPELLETTO
ANGELA GAUTHIER
LENNY LOMBARDI
FRANK MAGLIOCCO
SARA MARGANI
IRMA FIACCO
PAUL NONIS
PIETRO PELLICCIONI
MADELINE ZITO
BOARD OF ADVISORS ALI BIDABADI
DOMENIC PRIMUCCI
RICK CAMPANELLI
SAM CICCOLINI
MARIA CRIGNANO
TONY D’AVERSA
SARI RUDA
VINCENZO GUZZO
CRISTIANA ZONI
ROSSELLA FAZIO
PAUL TANA
DAVID DEXTER
NICK DI ROCCO
DOLORES FRANCO
FABIO VARLESE
DRAGANA MAZNIC
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FEDERICO FELLINI 100th ANNIVERSARY by Carlo Coen When Federico Fellini was laid to rest in Cinecittà’s Studio 5 after his death on October 31st 1993, the crowds that paid their last homage to the beloved Maestro were feeling, as remarked by Daniel Singer, that they were witnessing the end of an era, an era when cinema as a medium was holding a cultural primacy. Federico Fellini as a symbol represents cinema at its peak, in all its importance and completeness, the expression of a time when filmmaking mattered. However, Fellini’s legacy has withstood the challenge of time: cineastes both from Italy and other countries never made a secret of their debt to the Maestro. We can certainly mention the numerous connections with Fellini’s work in Woody Allen’s filmography, starting from his, To Rome With Love, a film where a full episode is a remake of The White Sheik. Stardust Memories is clearly inspired by 8 1/2, a masterpiece behind Eight and a Half Women by Peter Greenaway, Alex in Wonderland by Paul Mazursky, and behind the musical, Nine, and its cinematic version. Also, Nights of Cabiria was adapted for the musical, Sweet Charity, and Bob Fosse’s cinematic version. In Canada, the legacy of Fellini has inspired filmmakers like Atom Egoyan and Guy Maddin. I Vitelloni is a film that was an undeniable reference for Martin Scorsese’s Mean Streets, as well as for George Lucas’s, American Graffiti. Fellini has crossed the entire history of World Cinema with his vision and his masterly use of the medium. His first contact with the universe of film started during the war and its immediate aftermath, through his collaboration to the scripts of Rossellini’s Open City and Paisan. Even though the two directors took very different directions later, the admiration of Fellini for his mentor has always been openly recognized by him. He made his debut with Variety Lights, Lights, co-directed and co-produced with Alberto Lattuada in
1950. The mesmerizing dream of success and the shattering of all hopes is at the centre of the film, which anticipates many motifs that would appear later in all his films. Fellini was immediately aware of the importance of being associated with other famous and experienced colleagues, and he wrote the script of his second film, The White Sheik (1951), in collaboration with Michelangelo Antonioni. The White Sheik marked once more Fellini’s treatment of ordinary people’s dreams and their sad disappointments. With I vitelloni (1953) Fellini conquered the attention of the mainstream, but it is with La strada (1954) that he achieved international fame, as the film obtained an Oscar for Best Foreign Film in 1957. La strada marks a watershed in the history of Italian cinema, with its focus on marginalized characters and their mutual relationships, breaking with the narrowest views of neorealism and opening the way to a new, much broader horizon in storytelling. With Il bidone (1957) and Nights of Cabiria (1958) Fellini continued to walk on this new path, bagging another Oscar with the latter film. Nights of Cabiria precedes immediately Fellini’s most famous film, deemed by many as his masterpiece, La dolce vita (1959). La dolce
ICFF 2020 vita, besides being the biggest box office success of all times in Italy, is a trend setting work, the film that founds new ethics and anticipates the radical and irreversible changes occurring in Italy following the economic boom, one of those insights capable to interpret and anticipate the spirit of the times. Needless to say, La dolce vita has become a universally loved and admired film, even though it is haunted by a pessimism that emphasizes Fellini’s worldview which he could never hide, notwithstanding the love for life and for cinema he always felt. Such a contrast is probably the secret behind his profound humanism and the universality of his work. After a brief intermission with the short, The Temptations of Dr. Antonio, a witty response to the criticism he had to face after La dolce vita, Fellini made another masterpiece, 8 1/2 (1963), taking the word by surprise. Making reference to the psychoanalytical writings of Carl Jung and his most personal experience, Fellini tells us about his life, his dreams, his most profound desires and contradictions. 8 1/2 is the most autobiographical and, at the same time, the most universal film made by Fellini, a true revolution in filmmaking and storytelling. It is not by coincidence that it inspired so many other directors all over the world. Fellini’s career, even after these two milestone films, continued to stun the world. One could wonder what kind of evolution he could have pursued, in the aftermath of such peaks reached by his creativity. Yet, he continued to direct ground-breaking works, and to obtain recognition and awards both in Italy and abroad. After Juliet of the Spirits (1965), a sort of female version of 8 1/2, the segment Toby Dammit (1968), adapted from Edgar Allan Poe’s story, Fellini Satyricon (1969) and Roma (1972), with Amarcord (1973) Fellini was awarded another Oscar.
FELLINI 100 ANNIVERSARY | 23 Amarcord is probably the ultimate autobiographical work of the Maestro, once again harmonizing personal memories with a tale that can be shared by all. The last period of his activity includes films that continued to confirm the appreciation of the entire world, such as Fellini’s Casanova (1976), starring the Canadian Donald Sutherland; the highly controversial Orchestra Rehearsal (1978) and The City of Women (1980), another film with his alter-ego Marcello Mastroianni, protagonist of La dolce vita and 8 1/2; And the Ship Sails On (1983); Ginger & Fred (1986), featuring again his wife Giulietta Masina and Mastroianni; Interview (1987), which returns to autobiography and contains, like Ginger & Fred, a stern and cruel criticism of the latest tendencies in television programs; and finally The Voice of the Moon (1990), a dreamlike story based on a novel (something unusual in his filmography), starring Roberto Benigni and Paolo Villaggio. In 1993, just a few months before his death, the Academy bestowed Fellini with an Honorary Award in recognition of his achievements and his career. ICFF is proud to pay its homage to one of the greatest film directors of Italian cinema on the occasion of the centenary of his birth. We are sure that all audiences will enjoy the revisitation of his extraordinary career.
FELLINI 100 is presented by
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NEED THAT PICTURE OF YOU THE PAPARAZZO FROM THE GOLDEN YEARS TO TODAY by Tonia Serrao Soppelsa There is something decidedly exhilarating in the illicit. In the self-gratifying, pleasure-seeking days of the 60s in Rome, during the heyday of Cinecittà, photographs snapped furtively and illegally made news and sold papers. The covert images satisfied the voyeurist obsession of gazing on stars’ lives. The men that snapped these pictures hid in bushes, hung from helicopters, and rode motorbikes in hot pursuit of their prey. Fellini loved them and encouraged them. In fact, in his iconic film La Dolce Vita, along with the disenchanted tabloid reporter (Marcello Mastroianni), who skulks around Roman nightlife on the prowl for his next story, Fellini brought international fame also to his sidekick, a photographer he named ‘Paparazzo’. Hence, the term was born, used for the determinedly resourceful free-lance photographers who provided the world's print with photos of celebrities in both their public and private lives. In celebrating Federico Fellini’s centenary of his birth, ICFF brings Toronto audiences the unique opportunity to have a close look at the outlier of the lens who rewrote the language of photography, the all Italian ‘Paparazzo”, then and now.
We can hear the roar of “vespe” from the 1950s and 1960s, on which the paparazzi competed to chase down the stars . This mix of voyeurism and the desire to challenge time, used the camera to freeze images, --the black and white images-- that arrested a whole slice of ‘la dolce vita’ society from improvised stripping to the stolen kisses of married directors and their starlets; photographs which seized the amazed and surprised looks of the intended. Among the greatest is Rino Barillari, the undisputed King of the Paparazzi, who has sensationalized and infuriated the stars, recording their rise and falls, their triumphs and tragedies, outwitting and outlasting them all, and stealing pieces of their life, that rich and inaccessible life. Those times were a counterpoint to today's culture of the selfie pose. We now live in a society where everything has already been seen, and celebrities go out of their way to be seen.
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"We are the crowd, We're c-coming out, Got my flash on, it's true, Need that picture of you, ….. I'm your biggest fan I'll follow you until you love me Papa-paparazzi"
FELLINI 100 is presented by
THE "KING" OF PAPARAZZI
RINO BARILLARI
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Rino Barillari is a pioneer of a profession that has crowned him “King”. He is one of the 40 most important photographers in the world; with his work he restored dignity to the term “paparazzo”, the resourceful free-lance photographer who provides the world's print with photos of celebrities in their public and private lives. Barillari says of himself, “ Never take yourself too seriously but, in times of selfies and catchphrases, you can forgive yourself a little pride!”
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COMING SOON 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of Federico Fellini's birth. Due to the restrictions in place, the exhibition, which was to open at the TIFF Bell Lightbox celebrating the Maestro's genius, was forced to postpone. We will keep you posted on developments and a new opening date. Very few artists have managed to represent the entire history of our country as Fellini did, an artist who through cinema has managed to invent a whole world, creating an imaginary capable not only of telling his own generation but also of coming into contact with the younger ones. Fellini showed us how, travelling back in time, one can find magical suggestions to understand the present. This large exhibition inaugurated the initiatives dedicated to the Maestro and represents an opportunity to relive memories, emotions, frames, scenes, suggestions shared by audiences all over the world. It revolves around three cores of content: the first tells the story of Italy from the 1920s to the 1930s and then to the post-war period and ending in the 1980s through the imagery of Fellini's films. The second core is dedicated to the story of the director's travelling companions, real, imaginary, collaborators and not. Finally, the third nucleus is dedicated to the presentation of the permanent project of the Federico Fellini International Museum. Because of the current and ongoing health crisis that is affecting Canada and has led to the closure of theatres and halls across Ontario, including the TIFF Bell Lightbox that would have hosted the Fellini Exhibit - now postponed to next June - in occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Festival.
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RETROSPECTIVE You are probably aware of Federico Fellini's centennial celebrations, which began all over the world despite the health emergency, and you also know that paying tribute to him is more than just a dutiful and conventional act. Fellini is the name that brings us to the era of the great cinema of the past, to the deep emotions, which are still alive both in those who know his films, and in those who have only recently approached his work. Well, to revisit this work is to relive, or live for the first time, those same emotions and feelings that give all works of art the fascination of creativity, simply because we share with the author the experience of being in a familiar place, which we may experience through a film, a novel, a poem or a painting. This is Fellini, a genius who has been able to tell us about himself and at the same time by telling us about everyone. To review his films means to be aware of that, hence the retrospective dedicated to him that will be scheduled in times more suited to the presence of his countless admirers.
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This year’s festival celebrates the centenary of the birth of the Italian Maestro, Federico Fellini, with two great documentaries, Fellinopolis by Silvia Giulietti, and Fellini, Première Fois by Paul Tana. In addition, there will be two celebratory screenings of Fellini's films, 8 ½ and La Dolce Vita, at the Vancouver Rio Theatre. The Cinematheque Ontario, in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cinecittà, the Italian Diplomatic Agencies in Ontario, the Italian Cultural Institute and of course our Festival, are just waiting for the reopening of cinemas to present to Toronto and GTA audiences the richness of Federico Fellini's films. We will watch again well-known films such as, La dolce vita, 8 ½, Amarcord, but also equally exciting works such as La strada, The White Sheik, The Voice of the Moon, and Ginger and Fred, just to name a few titles. We will be able to understand the originality and the unity of his work, the secrets of his mind and his International successes, with all audiences, regardless of the age and the background of the viewers who have seen and loved his films. We will never forget you, Federico.
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SILVIA GIULIETTI - DIRECTOR’S NOTE Street by Tim Burton (2008), Hugo Cabret by Martin Scorsese (2012), as well as six other nominations. "A world apart, an imaginary city with a life of its own, populated by unique characters, a Fellinopolis"
Much has been written about the Maestro. So many images, so many interviews, everywhere to be found, but few have been able to witness the scenes of him working at the peak of his creativity. The centenary of the birth of Federico Fellini is the perfect opportunity to show the world this footage of his backstages that have resurfaced after almost 40 years, filmed by Ferruccio Castronuovo. Thanks to the work of Ferruccio, who jealously preserved them for almost forty years in the Cineteca Nazionale, today his films see the light again. The intention is to celebrate Fellini amongst his collaborators and admirers. Revealing this vision to the world was the best way to honour him and to thank him. My film making is aimed above all at the creation of documentaries that tell the story of cinema narrated by those who have made it their lives. Perhaps, I had no other option. I was born and raised in the cinema amongst the soundstages and backlots of Cinecittà, and, not surprisingly, as I set foot in a studio for the first time on the set of The City of Women as a teenager, describing a destiny that is today for me fulfilled by making, FELLINOPOLIS.
The movie was possible thanks to the participation of: Lina Wertmüller – Director. The first woman in history to be nominated for an Oscar as Best Director for the film Seven Beauties. In 2020, she was awarded an Honorary Oscar. Before starting her career as a director, she was Fellini's Assistant director in the films La dolce vita and 8 e ½, in which she also participated as an actress in a minor role. Dante Ferretti - Production Designer. He has given shape to Fellini's imagination in the films Orchestra Rehearsal, City of Women, And the Ship Sails On, Ginger and Fred and The Voice of the Moon, becoming internationally famous thanks to his numerous collaborations in important Hollywood productions. Winner of several awards, including three Academy Awards: The Aviator by Martin Scorsese (2005), Sweeney Todd - The Devilish Barber of Fleet
Nicola Piovani – Composer. Piovani has collaborated with Fellini since his youth, succeeding Nino Rota and Luis Bacalov. He created the soundtrack for the films Ginger and Fred, Intervista, and The Voice of the Moon. A well-known composer of soundtracks, he has worked with some of the greatest directors of Italian cinema, winning an Oscar in 1999 for the music in the film, Life is Beautiful. He is also a composer of musical theatre and concert music. Maurizio Millenotti - A Costume Designer who gave life to Fellini's characters through his costumes in the films City of Women (assistant), And the Ship Sails On, and The Voice of the Moon. Winner of a David di Donatello in 1999 for The Legend of 1900 and in 2013 for The Best Offer. Nominated for an Oscar for the films Otello (1986) and Amleto (1990), both directed by Franco Zeffirelli. Norma Giacchero - Historical Script Supervisor of Federico Fellini's films from 1965 to 1990. She started collaborating with Fellini during the shooting of Juliet of the Spirits, staying at the director's side for 13 films, until his last work The Voice of the Moon. In addition to the supervision, she took care of and followed the post-production until the final copy of the Maestro's films. Ferruccio Castronuovo Director and Author. He did backstage work on the films Casanova, City of Women, And the Ship Sails On, and Ginger and Fred. He also participated as an actor in some small roles in Fellini's films Ginger and Fred and Splendor. He collaborated with the Taviani brothers, Sergio Leone, Luigi Zampa, Giuseppe De Santis, Nanny Loi, Ugo Gregoretti. In conclusion, Castronuovo was also the author and director of many TV programs, as well as being a comic-strip artist.
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FELLINI IS UNCOVERED IN ALL HIS ASPECTS, THE MORE HIDDEN ONES AND THE MORE GENUINE ONES Fellinopolis is the new documentary by Silvia Giulietti made in honour of Fellini’s centenary. The film follows Fellini behind the curtains, observing the great director through the eyes and the lenses of Ferruccio Castronuovo, Fellini’s trusted partner, who filmed him between between 1976 and 1986. Set after set, Ferruccio follows the stories, the characters and the cities brought to life by Fellini, “Fellinopolis”, as one could call them,
populated and enriched under the guidance of the director. Fellini is uncovered in all his aspects, the more hidden ones and the more genuine ones, as he directs some of his most famous and renowned pictures Casanova, Città delle Donne, La Nave Và and Ginger e Fred; films that have shaped the craft of filmmaking all over the world. The original footage by Ferruccio is supplemented by comments and interviews from Fellini’s closest collaborators, who talk about the Maestro and his influence over past and contemporary cinema.
SILVIA GIULIETTI Silvia Giulietti is an award-winning Italian producer and director. Her first job in the film industry was at the Gaumont Italia Production Company, where she had the opportunity to work with major filmmakers such as: Federico Fellini, Ettore Scola, Liliana Cavani, Lina Wertmuller and many others. In the early 80s, Silvia was part of the camera production team under the direction of Armando Nannuzzi, becoming one of the first female directors of photography. In 2004, she founded her independent production company, iFrame. In 2018, Silvia produced and directed La Morte Legale, and finally in 2020 she directed FELLINOPOLIS.
ICFF 2020 and the Winner is... by Natalie Quercia
A longstanding tradition of ICFF and film festivals alike are its yearly award recognitions. The core outcome of film festivals themselves could be considered a good old-fashioned competition, putting the best directors, actors, producers, screenwriters and more up against one another. Believe it or not, the first award ever handed out dates back to 1932 at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, and kudos to Italy for inventing the first of the now globally beloved concept that reoccurs yearly worldwide! ICFF did not hesitate to recognize the best-of-thebest in 2019 and 2020 with the remarkable achievements and performances shown in the films presented. Our programmers fall in love with the films each year, and are always looking for ways to celebrate the line-up, allowing different films to shine for different reasons. We love seeing the battle between our festival programmers, the determination of filmmakers putting forth their best work, and
the dedication of actors who alter their entire persona, transforming themselves for a role, all for that magical moment of recognition. This summer the ICFF teamed up with CHIN TV/Radio to organize an incredible initiative called, The Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival. This International 12-day event showcased top films and box of office hits from around the world, and surely, there were many awards to be given out! Starting with the Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival People’s Choice Award, which was given with a great round of “honks� to the Peanut Butter Falcon, an adventure comedy-drama
that follows a young man with Down Syndrome on his journey to make his dreams come true. Our audience enjoyed a private video message from co-directors Michael Schwartz and Tyler Neilson, who were extremely humbled with the news. Best Actress was given to Canadian Actress Ana Golja, for her performance in the Opening Film, The Cuban, by Sergio Navarretta, a heart-warming story which now is sweeping Drive-In theatres across the province! With Best Actress comes Best Actor, which was presented to none other than Riccardo Scamarcio, renowned Italian actor and film producer. The awards didn't stop there, a final award was handed out to Sarah Gadon for her work as an esteemed Italian-Canadian Actress, receiving the Special Achievement Award on Closing Night. What an exciting ending to the Nation's first ever Drive-In Film Festival! This past fall at ICFF’s annual event, Apericena @ TIFF, we awarded two incredible
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Italian professionals after the premiere of their film, The Traitor, at TIFF 2019 which went on to win countless awards. Director Marco Bellocchio was honoured with the ICFF Lifetime Achievement Award for his work as a tireless author and a brilliant researcher of the frontiers between himself, cinema and historical events. The ICFF Special Achievement Award was presented to Pierfrancesco Favino for sharing with an international audience his extraordinary career; one which showcases his versatility and depth as an actor. Winning the ICFF Best Producer Award as a true master of his craft is Attilio De Razza. De Razza has enjoyed great success with many of his films, especially multiaward-winning film, Indivisibili, which received countless recognitions, many of which were presented at the 2017 David di Donatello Award Ceremony .
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HOW TO FESTIVAL - TICKETS ICFF PLATFORM Did you miss out on your yearly trip to Italy? Well this year, bring Italy to your living room with ICFF at Home! The full festival experience is knocking at your door, just sit back, relax and press PLAY! ICFF is bringing you a thoughtfully curated program of over 40 features and short film collections for streaming on your television, computer, handheld device or at home cinema setup. All festival programming along with special contents will be available by purchasing a Festival Pass, giving you access to the full collection of films for the duration of the festival dates, or the option of purchasing Single Movie Tickets.
$30 Festival Pass:
- Passes purchased prior to November 29th will be activated for the official festival start date (Nov 29). - Passes purchased after November 29th, will not be activated until the next business day. - Passes are valid for use during the official festival dates, November 29th - December 8th, 2020. - Passes are valid only on the ICFF Platform and will expire at the end of the festival (Dec 8).
$6.99 Single Ticket:
Single Movie Tickets are available for purchase only during the official festival dates, November 29th December 8th, 2020.
Important Notes: - Festival passes are valid for one household only, the log-in cannot be shared between multiple households. - Festival Passes give you access to the full ICFF at Home program. Each movie has a one-time viewing lock and cannot be played twice.
MOVIES AT HOME WITH ROGERS ICFF is excited to announce our Official Communications Partner, Rogers! Thanks to this incredible partnership, from November 29th to December 8th, Rogers customers can access 13 exclusive films through the Italian Contemporary Film Festival on Rogers Ignite TVTM and Rogers Digital TV. To access the ICFF Festival collection on Rogers Ignite TV, customers can press the microphone button on the voice remote and say, “Italian Movies�. Alternatively, press the "Rogers" button on your remote control and then select "Movies". The ICFF Collection will be showcased in the feature row at the top of the "Movies menu". To learn more about Rogers Ignite TV visit rogers.com/ignitetv
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Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World
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Presented by Settimana della cucina italiana nel mondo, Istituto Italiano di Cultura, Eataly Every year, ICFF Cucina honours the best of Italian culinary traditions through a journey of the senses that combines great films with exquisite food. This year, in celebration of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, ICFF, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute of Toronto, will present two films about the most classic and traditional dishes that characterize the "Made in Italy” cuisine. First up being, A Fish Out of Water, a food adventure documentary starring the Italian Michelin-star chef Lorenzo Cogo, on a journey to discover the origins of the iconic Italian recipe for dried codfish, and The True story of Tiramisù, a short doc on the fascinating history of Italy’s most beloved dessert. For the occasion, the films will also offer the option of ordering the same dishes online. Thanks to the collaboration with Eataly, we're creating an evening that is eatable, drinkable and thinkable!
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For centuries, architecture and design around the world has been heavily influenced by Italy. Today, this is more evident than ever, as contemporary Italian artists continue to make invaluable contributions to these fields. Renowned as a pillar of excellence, Italy has always been at the forefront, from the early influences of Michelangelo to the modern-day contributions of Renzo Piano, currently building the new Toronto Courthouse, and Antonio Citterio, commissioned by elite jewellery brand and luxury hotel chain, Bvlgari, to design its latest hotels. ICFF Architettura & Design will host three different virtual events.
The Heritage Calabria team is thrilled to be hosting "Un pranzo ed un film in famiglia", live on CHIN on November 29th. The event will feature segments dedicated to the celebration of the best fashion, art, music, culture and food from Calabria, and by Calabrians here in Canada. Guests are invited to pre-order their lunch packages and join us for a traditional Sunday lunch, from the comfort of their own homes. All packages include an ICFF Festival pass with a special online screening of the historical drama Aspromonte: Land of the Forgotten, directed by Calabrian filmmaker Mimmo Calopresti. The event is presented by Heritage Calabria in partnership with the ICFF and CHIN Radio/ TV.
Presented by Anica, ITA, SIRT and Take 5 Production The 2020 Industry Day, Italy-Canada Shortening the "Social Distance" will feature Italian and Canadian film excellences on a journey that crosses all barriers and reunites communities and countries through film, creativity and innovation in a brand new online interactive format. ICFF is an ideal platform for film professionals and filmmakers of all ages to meet and start collaborating, and Industry Day is the prime event for this type of connection.
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Presented by IIC Montréal and Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal Art has always been one of the most recognizable elements of Italian culture and it characterizes Italian heritage so much that it sets Italy apart from the rest of the world. Each year, ICFF Arte prides itself on showcasing films and documentaries about some of the most influential Italian artists that have left an undeniable trace in modern and contemporary art.
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A JOURNEY OF THE SENSES THAT COMBINES GREAT FILMS WITH EXQUISITE FOOD. SPECIAL GUEST: MICHELIN-STAR CHEF LORENZO COGO
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A FISH OUT OF WATER
A food adventure documentary with Michelin-Star Chef Lorenzo Cogo Directed by: Riccardo Vencato, Stefano Pellizzaro
Crocchette di Baccalà
House-cured Salt Cod Croquettes, Lemon and Garlic Crema
Baccala alla Vicentina
Canadian Cod cured in house and poached in Sheldon Creek Milk, Agostino Recca Anchovies, Caramelized Sweet Onions, Grilled Polenta
the true story of tiramisu'
A short doc on the fascinating history of the beloved Italian dessert
Each year, ICFF honours the best of Italian culinary traditions through a journey of the senses that combines exceptional films with exquisite food. This year, in celebration of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, ICFF, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute of Toronto and Eataly Toronto will present, ICFF Cucina - Movies to Taste, an immersive experience that truly characterizes the “Made in Italy” cuisine. Through ICFF Cucina the festival is proud to bring the gastronomical elements of Italian cuisine directly to the homes of our audience. Combine the beauty of food and cinema with a gourmet
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Italian “Pick-Me-Up” with Mascarpone Cream, Ladyfingers Dipped in Espresso, Cocoa Powder dinner-for-two accompanied by two feature documentary films: A Fish Out of Water, a food adventure documentary starring the Italian Michelin-Star Chef Lorenzo Cogo, and, The True Story of Tiramisù, a short doc on the fascinating history of Italy’s most beloved dessert. This screen-to-plate experience will be one like no other, featuring gourmet food prepared by Eataly’s renowned chefs, and incredible foodcentred documentary films, overall creating an event that is eatable, drinkable and thinkable! Visit www.icff.ca for more information on the event and how to purchase a ticket.
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A FISH OUT OF WATER ITALY | 2019 | ENG | 61 MIN | DOCUMENTARY PRODUCTION: Wannaboo Video Productions CAST: Lorenzo Cogo, Mikael Svensson DIRECTORS: Riccardo Vencato, Stefano Pellizzaro
“A Fish Out of Water” film began as an adventure on the anthropology of food research where a successful young Italian chef was determined to discover the origin of one of the most iconic Italian food recipes - dried codfish, also known as Bacalà. The value of a recipe is not just about the taste. It is not just about the ingredients used to make it. Its focal point is also the importance of what happens along the way; who we meet, what we learn.
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"THE TRUE STORY OF TIRAMISU'" ITALY | 2019 | ENG | 34 MIN | SHORT DOCUMENTARY PRODUCTION: Wannaboo Video Productions
Have you heard about Tiramisù? Are you fond of desserts? If so, then Tiramisù is a must try! It is a traditional Italian dessert that is loved by people all over the globe. No one really knows where the recipe came from! But, people are known to be drooling over this delicious dessert. Tiramisù is basically an Italian word for “Pick Me Up”. It is one of the famous and most loved desserts in the world. Italian cuisine is loved the most by people all over and Italian desserts are no exception. The reason behind the success of this delicious dessert is the unique flavor that involves several easy to find ingredients. Tiramisù has dozens of variations. But, do you know the original recipe for this dessert? When was is first created? The classic Tiramisù was born around the Second World War in a small region of Italy. But, the real question is, are there any differences between the traditional Tiramisù and the ones available today?
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NEW HORIZONS FOR VIRTUAL PRODUCTION FILMMAKING AND CO-PRODUCTIONS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2ND | 9:00AM - 2:00PM SIRT Stage 10, Pinewood Toronto Studios 225 Commissioners St, Toronto, ON | M4M 0A1 The 2020 Industry Day, Italy-Canada Shortening the “Social Distance”, will feature Italian and Canadian film excellences on a journey that crosses all barriers and reunites communities and countries through film, creativity and innovation, in a brand new online interactive format.
INTRODUCTION OPENING REMARKS
9:00 Claudio Taffuri, Ambassador of Italy in Canada AM Paul Golini, ICFF David Dexter, SIRT Roberto Stabile, ANICA
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PANEL DISCUSSION Nick Iannelli (Moderator) Executive Vice President, Take 5 Productions u Nataline Rodrigues Director of Original Programming for Rogers u Simone Catania Co-Founder, Producer Indyca u Maria Grazia Mattei Founder and President of MEET u Marinella Montanari Executive Director, JOBEL Art for Earth u James Fraser Vice President, General Manager, C03 Toronto u
Industry Day 2020 will keep its focus on co-productions and Italian-Canadian relationships. ICFF is a great platform for film professionals and filmmakers of all ages to meet and start collaborating, and Industry Day is the prime event for these kinds of connections. In the past, we have succeeded in creating opportunities for Canadians and Italians to cooperate and bring to life a project, born by the union of these two countries, and our goal is to continue down that path. Thanks to the outstanding support of ICE, ANICA and Ontario Creates, we will maintain our focus on co-productions, while also promoting Italy and its territories as a perfect candidate to host these co-productions. The panel discussion will include renowned producers and institutional representatives from both countries.
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Virtual reality is not only the future for gaming, but is also an innovative strategy used by companies across the world to promote their products, as well as an incredible new tool for film productions. During Industry Day, ICFF is partnering with Take 5 Productions and introducing the new Matterport Technology, which allows scouting for virtual locations. In addition, Industry Day will present the new LED Wall Stage Production Technology, now used on different sets to facilitate production work flow. Together with the Italian companies, Onemore Pictures, Nema FX and CinecittĂ , represented respectively by Manuela Cacciamani and Nicola Sganga, will give a new insightful picture of what future film set productions will feature in both Canada and Italy.
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“When you grow up with the idea that building is an art, each time you build you seem to witness a miracle, something extraordinary that never leaves you”: this is the opinion of Renzo Piano, one of the most famous and prolific Italian architects in the world. Narrating his genius is the filmmaker Carlos Saura, who follows Piano in the design and implementation of the Botin Center in Santander, Spain. The story of the various phases of the construction of the Center soon becomes a reflection on the creative process and on what architecture, cinema and all other arts have in common. The film will be introduced by Silvio Baldassarra, Chairman of NORR and renowned innovative design architect. He will also present his innovative project for the New Toronto Courthouse.
“WHEN YOU GROW UP WITH THE IDEA THAT BUILDING IS AN ART, EACH TIME YOU BUILD YOU SEEM TO WITNESS A MIRACLE” RENZO PIANO
CARLOS SAURA Carlos Saura is a Spanish film director, photographer and writer. His name, along with those of Luis Buñuel and Pedro Almodóvar, form a triad of Spain’s most renowned filmmakers. He has a long and prolific career that spans over half a century. A great number of his films have won international awards including the 1986 BAFTA Award for Best Foreign Language Film for the film Carmen, and also won the Grand Prix of the Jury at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival for Cría cuervos…
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PALLADIO ITALY | 2019 | ENG SUBS | 97 MIN | DOCUMENTARY PRODUCTION/DISTRIBUTION: Magnitudo DIRECTOR: Giacomo Gatti
Giacomo Gatti’s documentary Palladio is the clear and refined history of one of Italy’s greatest architectural minds, Andrea Palladio. The film is raw and uninhibited, much like the style of the Venetian Renaissance architect. The documentary is narrated through episodes and dialogues that take place simultaneously in different contexts, but the the common thread is always him: Palladio. His classic style, often considered socially revolutionary, has been studied for years and imitated the world over.
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Dr. James Cooper is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at Pennsylvania State University, specializing in the history of architecture, including Ancient Roman, Renaissance/Baroque and 19th Century European architecture.
While his research focuses on Michelangelo’s work, he is also an expert on famed Italian architect Andrea Palladio, having had the rare opportunity to live in a genuine Palladio villa in Italy owned by the architect’s family.
GIACOMO GATTI Giacomo Gatti was born in Milan, where he currently lives and works as a director of film and TV commercials, a teacher and a journalist. In the late 1990’s and early 2000’s, he was known for his short films shot in 35mm (e.g., La Prova, Il Vuoto, L'Apprendista, 1937). He has collaborated with
documentary filmmaker Ermanno Olmi on many projects, including Terra Madre and Rupi del vino. Gatti has presented numerous fi lms at international festivals around the world, Il Fattore Umano, Lo spirito del lavoro, which screened in Rome in 2018 to name a few.
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Un pranzo e un Film in Famiglia SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2020 The Heritage Calabria team is thrilled to be hosting "Un pranzo ed un film in famiglia", live on CHIN on November 29th. The event will feature segments dedicated to the celebration of the best fashion, art, music, culture and food from Calabria, and by Calabrians here in Canada. Guests are invited to pre-order their lunch packages and join us for a traditional Sunday lunch, from the comfort of their own homes. All packages include an ICFF Festival pass with a special online screening of the historical drama Aspromonte: Land of the Forgotten, directed by Calabrian filmmaker Mimmo Calopresti.
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ASPROMONTE: LAND OF THE FORGOTTEN ASPROMONTE, LA TERRA DEGLI ULTIMI
ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG/FRA SUBS | 87 MIN | HISTORICAL DRAMA PRODUCTION: IIF – Lucisano Media Group, Rai Cinema DISTRIBUTOR: Minerva Pictures Group CAST: Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, Marcello Fonti, Francesco Colella, Marco Leonardi, Sergio Rubini
In the late 1950s, the citizens of Africo, Aspromonte mobilize to build a road for the small isolated town after a woman dies during childbirth when a doctor fails to arrive on time. Arriving at the village at this time is Giulia, a schoolteacher from the North who has made it her goal to teach standard Italian to Africo’s children, and to promote cultural cohesion between Africo and the rest of Italy. Everyone’s plans are put in peril by the presence of Don Totó, a member of the mafia who hopes to impede the town’s progress, and keep the villagers under his control. The latest feature fi lm from Mimmo Calopresti, Aspromonte is a story of strength and solidarity, and showcases how powerful a community can be when its people band together and collectively pursue the common good.
MIMMO CALOPRESTI Born in Polistena, in 1998, Calopresti released La parola amore esiste esiste, starring Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, who would go on to work with Calopresti on many projects. He would became both a participant and a member of the
jury at the 2001 Cannes Film Festival, and in 2006 would release Volevo solo vivere, a Holocaust documentary that demonstrated the inevitable influence of his political views on his work. Calopresti has collborated with various filmmakers over the past decade as both a director and an actor.
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The film will be introduced by: Alessandro Giardino, Assistant Professor of Italian & Francophone Studies; Coordinator of European Studies at Saint Lawrence University, NY Francesco D'Arelli, Director, Istituto
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HIDDEN AWAY VOLEVO NASCONDERMI
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ITALY | 2020 | ITA | ENG/FRA SUBS | 120 MIN | BIOGRAPHICAL DRAMA PRODUCTION: Palomar, Rai Cinema DISTRIBUTOR: RAI Com CAST: Elio Germano, Oliver Ewy, Leonardo Carrozzo, Pietro Traldi
The film follows the story of the renowned Italian artist and modern painter, Antonio Ligabue. Antonio, born from an emigrant Italian mother, gets deported back to Italy, after spending his childhood and adolescence in Switzerland. Weakened by the loneliness, the cold and the famine he endured in his early years, Antonio finds his escape and his redemption through painting, thanks to a faithful encounter with the Sculptor, Renato Marino Mazzacurati. Overpowered by his own anxieties and insecurities, and also diminished by a regime that works hard to conceal and hide away social rejects like himself, Ligabue was locked up in a psychiatrist institution. Despite all the hardships, he never gives up and fights to be acknowledged as an artist, creating imaginative works of art and self-portraits that then became known and recognized around the world.
THE LIFE OF A TORTURED GENIUS ITALIAN ARTIST GIORGIO DIRITTI Giorgio Diritti is an award-winning Italian director and screenwriter. His second film, L’uomo che verrà (2009), was presented at the official selection of the International Film Festival of Rome and received the Best Film and Best Producer Award at the David di Donatello 2010 and two Nastro d’argento. Volevo nascondermi was awarded the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the Berlin Film Festival.
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HAMMAMET ITALY | 2020 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 126 MIN | BIOGRAPHICAL DRAMA PRODUCTION: Pepito Produzioni, Rai Cinema, Minerva Pictures DISTRIBUTOR: Minerva Pictures Group CAST: Pierfrancesco Favino, Livia Rossi, Luca Filippi
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A 2020 Italian biographical drama, based on the last years of Bettino Craxi's life, one of the most important and controversial Italian leaders of the 1980s. At the top of his power, the Italian statesman and politician, who was the Secretary of the Italian Socialist Party and served as Prime Minister during the 1980s, was hit with a shocking scandal, condemning him to a 27-year jail sentence for corruption. Not willing to spend the rest of his life in prison, Bettino decided to escape from Italy with his wife and daughter and find refuge in his villa in Hammamet, Tunisia. His new life there as a fallen leader and as a fugitive now centers around meeting family members, old friends and obscure figures from his past.
THE STORY OF THE MOST CONTROVERSIAL ITALIAN LEADER, BETTINO CRAXI
GIANNI AMELIO Gianni Amelio has made astounding contributions to Italian Cinema over the course of his career. He is most known for Open Doors (1990), The Stolen Children (1992), and The Keys to the House (2004). With The Stolen Children, Gianni was awarded the Special Prize of the Jury at the 1992 Cannes Film Festival, two Silver Ribbons and five David di Donatello, and won countless awards for the film Open Doors.
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TOLO TOLO ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG/FRA SUBS | 90 MIN | COMEDY PRODUCTION: TaoDue Film CAST: Checco Zalone, Barbara Bouchet, Souleymane Silla, Manda Touré
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Checco, a young entrepreneur from Puglia, escapes to Africa after his sushi restaurant goes belly-up. In an attempt to reinvent himself, and simultaneously evade the debt collectors in Italy, he begins working as a server at an upscale resort, where he makes new friends and tries to begin again. Just as he starts to settle into his new African life, war breaks out and terrorists attack the area, forcing Checco and his friends to migrate… setting him off on an ironic journey as an illegal immigrant.
A CONTROVERSIAL IRRIVERENT ITALIAN COMEDY CHECCO ZALONE Checco Zalone, born Luca Pasquale Medici, is a talented Italian actor, writer, musician and comedian, famous for starring in and co-writing the hilarious box office hits Quo vado?, Sole a catinelle and Cado dalle nubi, all directed and co-written by his ‘partner-in-crime’ Gennaro Nunziante. Tolo Tolo is the first feature-length film he has directed. He also co-wrote and stars in the comedy.
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FEEL YOUR MEMORY TORNARE
ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 107 MIN | THRILLER PRODUCTION: Lumière & Co., Rai Cinema DISTRIBUTOR: Vision Distribution CAST: Giovanna Mezzogiorno, Vincenzo Amato, Beatrice Grannò, Clelia Rossi Marcelli, Marco Valerio Montesano
Naples, 1990s, Alice McNellis, a forty-year old journalist, returns home from America for her father's funeral. After the ceremony, Alice and her sister make the decision to sell their now empty childhood house, and while clearing all the objects accumulated over a lifetime, they discover their house isn’t as empty as they thought. A rather unusual encounter with a beautiful and mysterious woman living in the house that once belonged to Alice’s family and an equally unexpected meeting with Marc Bennet, a fascinating, intriguing and yet obscure character, will open a new world to Alice, that will shed light on her past, her identity and her existence.
UNEXPECTED, MYSTERIOUS AND DANGEROUS MEMORIES
CRISTINA COMENCINI Cristina Comencini is an Italian film director, screenwriter and novelist. Daughter of the famous director Luigi Comencini, Cristina decided to follow her father’s footsteps and become a filmmaker. In 1988, she wrote and directed her first film titled Zoo, followed by I divertimenti della vita privata, La fine è nota, Va' dove ti porta il cuore, Il più bel giorno della mia vita; all films that won awards in Italy and internationally. Her feature, The Beast in the Heart, based on her novel La bestia nel cuore, was nominated for an Academy Award (2006) for Best Foreign Language Film. After that, Comencini continued working as a film director, a novelist and an author of theatrical plays.
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IF ONLY MAGARI
ITALY-FRANCE | 2019 | ITA/FRA/ENG | ENG SUBS | 104 MIN | COMEDY-DRAMA PRODUCTION: Wildside, Iconoclast, Tribus P Films, DISTRIBUTOR: Rai Com CAST: Riccardo Scamarcio, Alba Rohrwacher, Milo Roussel
Alma, Jean and Sebastiano are three siblings who live with their off-beat mother, newly-converted to the Greek-Orthodox religion. One day, out of the blue, she packs them up and ships them off to their father, Carlo, a failed film director from whom she is divorced. The children are forced to vacation with their dad and his new wife, Benedetta, on their honeymoon in Rome. When an unfortunate accident forces the exes to come together, the children’s hopes of their parents reuniting are ignited.
ACCOMPLISHED PRODUCER AND FIRST-TIME FEATURE DIRECTOR GINEVRA ELKANN DRAWS ON HER OWN CHILDHOOD FOR A LOOSE, LIKABLE, DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY PORTRAIT
GINEVRA ELKANN Ginevra Elkann is a London-born Italian film producer, making her screenwriting and directorial debut with the heartfelt family drama, Magari/If Only. Elkann is best-known for her work on The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) and Vado a Messa/I’m Going to Church (2005). She is the granddaughter of Italian Senator and business magnate, Gianni Agnelli, named the richest man in modern Italian history.
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COPPERMAN ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 95 MIN | COMEDY-DRAMA PRODUCTION: Eliofilm, Notorius Pictures, Minerva Pictures DISTRIBUTOR: Minerva Pictures Group CAST: Luca Argentero, Galatea Ranzi, Antonia Truppo, Tommaso Ragno, Gianluca Gobbi
Anselmo is a unique individual; despite being an adult, he still likes to look at the world through the eyes of a child, turning a sometimes harsh reality into a pure andinnocent dream. Superheroes are his inspiration since he was a little child and, after his dad left him to “save the world”, or at least that’s what Anselmo likes to tell himself, he decides to follow his father’s steps and become a modern hero as well. Thanks to a lucky encounter with Titti, a little girl who he quickly becomes attached to, and the local blacksmith, who provides him with a copper suit, he starts pursuing his dream of fighting crime and becoming a superhero.
COPPERMAN IS A MAN WHO TRAVELS THE WORLD WITH THE INNOCENCE OF A CHILD AND THE HEART OF A LION
EROS PUGLIELLI Eros started his career at the age of 21, enrolling at the Experimental Film Centre, where he began directing short films. In 1996, his short Il pranzo onorico was presented at the Venice Film Festival and was selected for many national and international festivals, winning many awards along the way. His first feature Tutta la conoscenza del mondo was released in 2001 and was presented at the Berlin Film Festival, amongst many others. In 2004, Puglielli creates Occhi di Cristallo and in 2018, Nevermind, followed in 2019 by his latest feature, Copperman.
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I HATE SUMMER ODIO L'ESTATE
ITALY | 2020 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 105 MIN | COMEDY PRODUCTION: Agidi DISTRIBUTOR: Vision Distribution CAST: Aldo Baglio, Giacomo Poretti, Giovanni Storti
Want to plan a perfect holiday? Remember to bring your dinghy and your dog, of course! On the other hand, accidentally booking the same house with two total strangers is not recommended. In the film Odio l’estate, famous Italian comedians Aldo, Giovanni and Giacomo leave for summer holidays as strangers, but soon cross paths despite their very different lives. An extremely organized and fussy man who is dealing with bankruptcy, a successful doctor struggling with a son going through a pre-adolescent crisis, and a hypochondriac with a dog named Brian and a passion for Massimo Raniero, meet coincidentally on a small island on the Italian coast sharing the same beach, the same sea and the same rented house. The clash between the three characters is inevitable and hilarious.
AN UNEXPECTED HOLIDAY ADVENTURE FILLED WITH HILARIOUS MOMENTS, TWISTS AND TURNS MASSIMO VENIER Massimo Venier is a screenwriter and director from Varese, Italy. He is most known for his films Tre uomini e una gamba (1997), Tu la conosci Claudia? (2004), and Mi fido di te (2007). He created and wrote the television series Mai dire Gol, from 1990 to 1997, in collaboration with the Gialappa Band. Odio l’estate (2020) is his most recent film project as director and screenwriter, where he reunites with Aldo, Giovanni e Giacomo after fifteen years.
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ALL MY CRAZY LOVE TUTTO IL MIO FOLLE AMORE
ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 97 MIN | COMEDY-DRAMA PRODUCTION: Indiana Production, Rai Cinema DISTRIBUTOR: Rai Com CAST: Claudio Santamaria, Valeria Golino, Diego Abatantuono
A STORY OF GROWTH, ADVENTURE, AND FAMILIAL FORTITUDE, DEMONSTRATING THE DEEP BOND BETWEEN PARENTS AND THEIR CHILDREN. In Trieste resides Vincent, a sixteen-year-old boy with autism, who lives with his mother Elena and adoptive father Mario, and for whom life has been a series of difficult challenges. One day, out of the blue, the family is visited by Willy, Vincent’s biological father who abandoned the family to pursue his dreams of being a travelling musician. Finding himself unwelcomed by his ex-wife, Willy departs. Unbeknownst to him, Vincent has stowed himself away in the back of his father’s pick-up, looking for an escape. After discovering Vincent in his truck, Willy decides to finally get to know his son, and takes him on his musical tour to the Balkans. The two set out on an emotional journey together, with Elena, Mario, and the authorities hot on their trail.
GABRIELE SALVATORES Award-winning screenwriter and director, Gabriele Salvatores, debuted as a theatre director in 1972, directing many avant-garde pieces. His work in film includes 1991’s Mediterraneo which was released to international acclaim and won three David di Donatello awards. Salvatores has directed and released a variety of experimental films over the years, many of which deal with themes such as escapism, nostalgia, and adventure.
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IF YOU LOVE ME SE MI VUOI BENE
ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 100 MIN | COMEDY-DRAMA PRODUCTION: Eliseo Cinema, Medusa Film DISTRIBUTION: Casanova Multimedia CAST: Claudio Bisio, Sergio Rubini, Lucia Ocone DIRECTOR: Fausto Brizzi
Diego is a successful lawyer suffering from depression, with a special knack for causing disasters. With the intention of helping his loved ones, he ends up destroying their lives entirely. It isn’t until he befriends the eccentric Massimiliano (Sergio Rubini), that he begins to understand exactly how he can fix all of his mistakes... and actually help his family and friends.
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FAUSTO BRIZZI Fausto Brizzi studied at Rome’s prestigious Centro Sperimentale before finding work in the film business. He got his first job writing scripts for the TV series Lui e Lei. In 1999, legendary producer Dino de Laurentiis noticed Brizzi’s talent and hired him to write the screenplay for the slapstick comedy Tifosi, launching his career in film. Brizzi went on to make his directorial debut with the box office hit Notte prima degli esami. His hilarious comedy Modalità aereo, produced by Luca Barbareschi, screened at ICFF 2019.
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DOLCEROMA ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 105 MIN | ACTION, SATIRE, COMEDY PRODUCTION/DISTRIBUTION: Casanova Multimedia, Rai Cinema CAST: Luca Barbareschi, Claudia Gerini, Lorenzo Richelmy DIRECTOR: Fabio Resinaro
Andrea is a young aspiring writer who, to make ends meet, is forced to wash corpses in a mortuary, while struggling to finish his first novel, a story about the Camorra. Discouraged by his struggling career, he is hoping for the chance of a lifetime. And finally, it arrives: a major film producer, Oscar Martello (Luca Barbareschi), decides to adapt his book titled “This is not over” and
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make it into a movie. Martello is a man without scruples and finds a good-for-nothing director and a star, the beautiful Jacaranda Ponti (Valentina Bellè), the woman of Andrea’s dreams. Due to the blunders of the director, everything is on the verge of a total failure. Will Andrea and Jacaranda be able to regain their human and professional dignity?
AIRPLANE MODE MODALITA' AEREO
ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 100 MIN | COMEDY DISTRIBUTOR: Casanova Multimedia, Rai Cinema CAST: Pasquale Petrolo, Paolo Ruffini, Violante Placido, Caterina Guzzanti DIRECTOR: Fausto Brizzi
Diego Gardini is a highly successful entrepreneur, a major wheeler and dealer who knows just about everyone in show-business. He is also an extremely obnoxious, selfish, egotistical lout who doesn’t care about anyone but himself. One day, he loses his cell phone in a public washroom just before an overseas flight. Two caretakers find the phone and, to avenge Gardini’s mistreatment of
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them, choose to flood Gardini’s social media accounts with scandalous messages and pictures. Given Gardini’s fame as a socialite, the messages go viral, jeopardizing his job and future. Modalità aereo is a high-concept film filled with slapstick moments, embarrassing scenes, misunderstandings and humiliation, in the tradition of classic Italian comedies.
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FELLINI, PREMIERES FOIS CANADA | 2020 | FRENCH | 30 MIN | DOCUMENTARY PRODUCTION: Institut Italien de Culture de Montréal, École des médias de l’UQAM CAST: Federico Fellini, Claude Jutra, Michel Brault DIRECTOR: Paul Tana PLOT Fre.: Claude Jutra,Michel Brault et bien d’autres cinéastes québécois racontent leur Federico Fellini (19202020) pour célébrer son centième anniversaire de naissance. Eng.: Claude Jutra, Michel Brault and many other Quebec filmmakers tell about "their" Federico Fellini (1920-2020) to celebrate his hundredth birthday.
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BIO: Paul Tana est un réalisateur
québécois d’origine italienne qui vit et travaille à Montréal. Ses films abordent les thèmes relatifs à l’immigration, l’identité, l’appartenance, la mémoire. Parmi ses titres les plus importants : Caffè Italia Montréal (1985), La sarrasine (1992) La déroute (1998).
TATA CANADA | 2020 | ENG, ITA, FRE | ENG SUBS | 192 MIN | FICTION PRODUCTION: Tata Productions DISTRIBUTOR: Tata Productions CAST: Lazar Rockwood, Elisa D’Alfonso, Micha, Jennifer Dale DIRECTOR: Antonio D’Alfonso PLOT : TATA means Daddy in many
languages. Andrea, a famous photographer, now a has-been, becoming blind, discovers he has a second daughter. Divided into three onehour chapters, this film takes us to Toronto, Montreal, Udine, and Brooklyn. Shooting began in 2015 and ended in 2020. More than 30 characters step up to disclose their ambivalent feelings about this Tata's situation.
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BIO: Writer of poems, novels, essays, and translator, Antonio D’Alfonso has published more than 60 titles and has made three feature films. He is the founder of Guernica Editions which he managed for thirty-three years before passing it on to new owners in 2010. For his writings, he won the Trillium Award, the Bressani Award, and the New York Independent Film Award for his film, Bruco. The Two-Headed Man: Collected Poems 1970-2020 was published in 2020.
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SHORT FILMS A SHORT STORY
APOLLO
BEST FRIEND
BROTHER AGAIN
LUCIA SENESI - 14min
MARCO RENDA - 8min
SARA CARDILLO - 3min
VICTOR KABIR TOGNOLA - 10min
Julia goes to her writing professor's house. Things get complicated when Julia is asked to make changes in her story. The housekeeper, seems to know the secret that is brewing.
The mysterious intergalactic journey is captured from two points of view: one dramatic and one in a dream-state. The two converge in a surreal encounter.
Piera sits next to her friend Gemma, who is confined to a wheelchair. Gemma has very little time left and her friend decides to encourage her to live it to the fullest!
Franco lives his life in serenity. The arrival of his brother, with whom he hasn’t talked in years, breaks the calm. It takes nothing to turn a dream into a nightmare...
CLEAN ICE
BUTTERFLY
IDDHU
MATILDE'S FIRST DAY
LUIGI PIRONACI - 12min
ROSARIO CAPOZZOLO - 10min
Calabria, 1992. Pino and Totò are fishing on a small boat in the middle of a mountain lake. When they happen to have a chance for a new life, they won't let it go.
Matilde's first day of school: her dad is giving her some advice to face this important day of her life, before embracing his destiny.
MARCH MERCANTI - 10min
OPHELIA SPINOSA - 13min
The legacy of a run-down hockey arena is at stake as peculiar events unfold.
A young third generation Italian-Canadian re-discovers the sacrifices of his ancestors and the importance of cultural preservation.
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SHORT FILMS MILKOFFEE
MONOLOGUE
L. LANDI, M. MELLONY - 12min
MONSTER SITTER
MR. H
F.ORLANDO, M.OGGERO - 3min E.RAFFAELE, L.BALDASSARRI
A diner in the middle of the desert, two strangers and a glass of latte. Told in first person, the movie tries to visually represent the frustration and inner madness of the narrator.
Thomas is a sound hunter. He lives in a constant search for new sounds. After his best friend betrays him disappearing with his muse, he loses a part of himself: the hearing from his left ear. A trauma that will divide his life in half.
In a world where lake monsters exist, we follow the daily life of Giacomo Rosetti, the one who takes care of Isy, the monster of Lake Iseo.
An audience in delirium, the wonder in the eyes of the spectators, the magnificence of a man, the expectations of a whole world enclosed in two hours of entertainment. Ladies and gentlemen Mr. H: AKA Harry Houdini.
SOLITARY JULIAN CIVIERO - 6min
GIULIO NEGLIA - 11min
SUPERHEROES W/O SUPERPOWERS
SWALLOS
THE FAREWELL
RICCARDO PETRILLO - 11min
EDOARDO WINSPEARE - 14min
Someone plays a VHS. The images are blurred: these are Beatrice’s childhood memories. A paitful journey into her life and the relationship with her mother and her sickness.
A group of partisans last 3 days before the sabotage of the Ivrea railway bridge occupied by the Nazi German army, on Christmas Eve 1944. Based on a true story.
A man is dying, his wife is at his bedside. But life goes on: on one hand we see the daily life of a Salento village, on the other one we stay together with a family in its darkest hour, preparing for the funeral vigil.
BEATRICE BALDACCI - 13min
Everyone has a story to tell, stories we have lived from the inside out. We give our experiences an order. We organize the memories of our lives into stories.
E. BEATRICE, D. LINCE - 5min
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SHORT FILMS THE LEAK
ALBERTO MARCHIORI - 10min
THE MAN WHO KILLED JAMES BOND
THE MONA LISA'S AURA ERIC DELBAERE - 7min
THE NUTCATCHER DOMENICO MODAFFERI - 13min
FRANCESCO GUARNORI - 9min
Maria has always played the part of the caring mother and grandmother, which is what everyone expected from her. A simple question opens her eyes, she realizes that she needs an authentic friendship. For the first time, she asks for help.
THE QUEEN CAN NAP WHERE SHE WANTS LORENZO TIBERIA - 10min
Rebecca is a four-year-old girl who, driven by her parents' quarrel, escapes from her bedroom and hides in the garden of a nursing home.
Fabrizio, a poor thief from San Basilio, finally has control over the man who ruined his life: James Bond. Now immobilized in a filthy basement in the Roman suburbs, will he really be invincible?
THE WHITE WALL A.BRUSA, M.SCOTUZZI - 15min
A principal and teacher conspire to protect their students from an invisible predator lurking inside their school. Based on a true story.
The short follows the quest of the Quebec artist and perfumer Alexandra Bachand who aims, through the art of perfume, to give an authentic voice to the Florentine woman behind the great master, Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa.
Giuseppe is a young man without a hand. But when he meets the beautiful Viola, he hides his condition, even pretending to be a pianist...
THUNDERBOLTS AND LIGHTNING STRIKES
TRANSITIONAL SEASON R.MENICATTI, B.UGIOLI - 10min
DANIELE LINCE - 6min
The Lightning Woman can move at supersonic speed and teleport, watching over the city and its inhabitants. But... to face everyday life, sometimes superpowers are not enough.
Pietro and Emilia are getting ready for a ceremony while talking in their home. Every time they change rooms, they relive a different time period of their relationship as a couple.
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SHORT FILMS TIMO'S WINTER
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Timo, the youngest of a Greek community of Funfair workers, will have to face the hardest winter together with his loved ones.
This short doc follows a group of Calabrese artists as they take viewers on a ride into the world of their own creations. Rooted in the south of italy, the film tells a story about Calabria and the artists within it.
A man and his dark heart. An imagined reworking of statement made by someone who is guilty of a violence on his woman.
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An investigation started from the Dignitatis Humanae Institute, association that has made itself known around the world. From the conservative Benjamin Harnwel to Steve Bannon, the association’s participants worked to found a new school of “sovereign gladiators” in an ancient monastery in the province of Frosinone. But there’s more. Following the traces of DHI, you discover a dense network of ultra-catholic associations that, from Italy to Brussels, work assiduously to limit women and homosexuals’ rights. ICFF remains a proud partner of the Roberto Morrione Award for Investigative Journalism founded in 2011 by relatives, friends and colleagues of the great Italian journalist, whose professional example has inspired many reporters across Italy. The Award, now in its ninth edition, finances Italy's production of of investigative projects run by young journalists, under the age of 31, on issues of national and international news, politics, society, and culture. This year, the winner of the Roberto Morrione Award will be presented on the ICFF platform.
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SPECIAL EVENTS | 89
THE ARTIST BEHIND THE 2020 YOUTH POSTER
ICFF is pleased to present ‘ICFF Youth 2020’, an all-new digital approach to bring cinema to the classroom. The mission of ICFF Youth has always been two-fold… firstly, to use cinema as a tool to enrich students’ analytical and critical thinking skills; and secondly, to give students the opportunity to develop their knowledge of other ethnic languages and cultures while enjoying the best of contemporary international cinema. With the impact of Covid-19, Ontario School Boards have had to modify the traditional way of learning, how our educators approach lesson planning and how they teach. ICFF Youth is committed to helping our educators find a solution. ICFF Youth uses the platform of International Cinema to present students with a variety of cultural films. This particular edition will focus on the exploration of Indigenous Culture and French Language Studies, providing educators with an alternate teaching strategy which respects a variety of learning styles.
Anthony Ricciardi is a renowned multidisciplinary artist from Toronto, Canada, of Italian descent, who has travelled internationally showcasing his artwork and murals. Driven by enthusiasm, depth and storytelling to produce art without limits, Ricciardi introduces viewers to distinctive, vivid and colourful one-of-a-kind masterpieces orchestrated in uncommon forms.
ICFF Youth has selected two films which highlight Indigenous and French course studies: Kuessipan directed by Myriam Verreault, targeting High School students, and La légende de Sarila, directed by Nancy Florence Savard, targeting Elementary School students. Each film is presented in the French language accompanied by English subtitles and focuses primarily on Indigenous Culture. Indigenous Culture is an important topic present throughout a student’s schooling experience from Grade 3 through 12, and the incorporation of French makes this more important when covering the Canadian curriculum.
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ICFF 2020
SPECIAL EVENTS | 91
THE LEGEND OF SARILA LA LÉGENDE DE SARILA
CANADA | 2013 | FRENCH | ENG SUBS | 82 MIN | ANIMATED, ADVENTURE SUITABLE FOR: Grade 3 and above DISTRIBUTION: Criterion
Have you ever dreamt about having magical powers? Well Markussi, an Inuit orphan living in northern Canada in 1910, learns that he has magical powers that only the shamans in his clan possess. After his shocking discovery, Markussi, is sent on a mission to find the legendary land of Sarila, where food awaits. With two of his friends joining him, will Markussi be able to find Sarila, or will the obstacles in his way hold him back?
HAVE YOU EVER DREAMT ABOUT HAVING MAGICAL POWERS?
NANCY FLORENCE SAVARD Nancy Florence Savard made a name for herself by becoming the first Canadian to direct an 80-minute animated feature film in 3D for her work on the 2013 film, La légende de Sarila. Before she was an award-winning director, Nancy started out her career working in the media industry as a journalist, creator, director, production head and associate producer for over 10 years. As a native of Quebec, Nancy decided to create 10th Avenue Productions, launching her career into the film industry. Nancy has since produced the first 100% Quebecmade French-language animated film, The Rooster of Saint-Victor, in 2013, and co-directed and produced Nelly et Simon: Mission Yéti, in 2018.
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KUESSIPAN CANADA | 2019 | FRENCH | ENG SUBS | 119 MIN | COMED-DRAMA SUITABLE FOR: Grade 11/12 and above DISTRIBUTION: Filmoption International CAST: Sharon Ishpatao Fontaine, Yamie Grégoire, Étienne Galloy
Mikuan and Shaniss, two teenage girls from an Innu community, are best friends that have grown up alongside one another. However, while Mikuan has always had a loving family and a good future in store for her, Shaniss is trying to build a life for herself and is still picking up the pieces of her shattered childhood. Their friendship is finally put to the test when Mikuan falls for Francis, a non-native youth from her workshop, and begins to dream of leaving the reserve, creating a rift between the two that shakes the very foundation of their relationship. Adapted from the acclaimed novel by Naomi Fontaine, “Kuessipan” (which translates roughly to “Your Turn”).
FREEDOM, INDIGENOUS PRIDE, AND THE SENSE OF SISTERHOOD
MYRIAM VERREAULT Best known for her work directing “À l’ouest de Pluton/West of Pluto”, screenwriter, editor and director Myriam Verreault has spent most of her time contributing to Québécois documentaries. She has worked with the National Film Board of Canada to produce award-winning works such as “My Tribe Is My Life” and “The Devil’s Toy Remix”. Her work with “Kuessipan” saw her take multiple trips to the Canadian North Shore to immerse herself in Innu culture. After falling in love with their community, she decided it was necessary to show the world their way of life. “Kuessipan” is her first fiction feature, and has already been selected for more than 50 festivals worldwide.
Yet again, the ICFF hosted another successful edition of Call the Shots: Female Power through Film for a packed house at Toronto’s beloved, TIFF Bell Lightbox. Celebrating International Women’s Day, the annual event was true to its mandate of promoting women’s achievements in film and in society as a whole, and the third edition delivered exactly that. Each year the program selects a unique thematic representing female achievements and success in every aspect, in every field, and in every sector. The theme that took the stage this year was, "Telling THE Story", an intriguing topic demonstrating the many ways a narrative can be conveyed. An exhilarating panel discussion took place with four prominent Italian-Canadian women from the film and television industries, including skillful female writers, producers and script supervisors. The impressive and highly-accomplished panel included Noelle Carbone, Television Screenwriter and Producer of Canadian series Rookie Blue and Saving Hope; Gabriella Martinelli, Producer of international blockbusters like Romeo + Juliet and Lives of the Saints; Angela Mastronardi, Script Supervisor of film and television hits like The Vow and Mrs. America;
and Daniela Saioni, Comedy Writer and Script Supervisor of acclaimed series Suits and the hit comedy Shazam!. The panel discussion was a stimulating conversation about the importance of authenticity in storytelling. The picture drawn by the panel was an encouraging one: the need for women’s stories to be told and heard, and in any dialogue, regardless of the industry, to include the female perspective. The panelists reflected that while there is still much work to be done, great strides have been made in recent years, and the voices of women writers and directors are being heard, now more than ever before. Noelle Carbone was clear in identifying a need for continued vigilance when creating strong female roles that are not simply ‘male characters in a dress’. She noted, “What is traditionally seen as male strength, we need to stay away from prescribing that to female characters… that’s not progress.” Meanwhile Gabriella
ICFF 2020 Martinelli remarked that she enjoys working alongside other women because, “there is camaraderie, and we always have each other’s backs.” This sense of camaraderie between women should be emphasized and highlighted in all industries, to remind society never to underestimate the power of women connecting and supporting one another. The event promotes a sense of leadership and inspiration, which in return allows our audience to network, discuss, share ideas and reach the overall goal of supporting women in their career ambitions in any industry they may be in. The evening concluded with the presentation of the film, The Stolen Caravaggio/Una storia senza nome, directed by Roberto Andò. The story of a young woman working for a film producer, and secretly ghost-writing scripts for a popular male screenwriter. The film fit perfectly within the context of the event’s theme as the young female protagonist is a storyteller whose voice is not heard as her own, and she struggles not only with her anonymity, but also with her ability to uncover and deliver a true story with integrity. As our panellists themselves said, there is still so much work that needs to be done. We’re thrilled by the rise of women’s organizations such as our partners: Women in Leadership Foundation, Women of Influence and the Women’s Law Association of Ontario, creating professional networks of women supporting each other to change the culture and perception of female representation in all societies. Let’s continue to ‘Tell The Story’ from our female narratives, and always remember to share your opinion and mark your success no matter what forces are working against you, or obstacles that come your way. ICFF supports you, and stands with you!
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MARA CATALDI, DIRECTOR, CALL THE SHOTS As the founder of Call the Shots: Female Power Through Film, and Director of Operations at the ICFF, I am extremely humbled to have presented with my team the third annual edition of this empowering initiative, which through film, celebrates and honours achievements by women. Unlike many other initiatives focused on female empowerment, which are incredibly important in their own right, Call the Shots is unique. Every year, we select a different thematic, not strictly related to women in film, as in fact previous editions explored immigration, education, entrepreneurship and art, whatever the topic may be, what is important is having the perspective of women on stage, who have achieved great success and become experts in their respective fields. This season’s theme of “Telling the Story” was highlighted by the presence of exceptional and accomplished women that have this in common: storytelling. Did you notice that yet again female filmmakers were excluded from the Best Director category at the 2020 Oscars? Even if, Little Women directed by a woman, Greta Gerwin, received 6 nominations, including one for Best Film, wasn't selected for Best Director… Strange isn't it? When I founded Call the Shots back in 2018, I wanted to create an event that gives a voice to successful women in their industry, to empower other women, and encourage them to never give up. I want women to support each other, and develop a network for them to share knowledge and experiences. We believe the stronger the network of women in the industry, the better their chance of success!
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LAVAZZA DRIVE-IN TORONTO, VAUGHAN & MARKHAM 15,000 people, 17 sold-out screenings and 3 unique locations, all amidst a global pandemic… How can that be possible you might think? Well, this year the ICFF didn't just think outside the box, but instead they re-built the box with a never-before-seen idea, the Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival. ICFF, Presented by IC Savings, teamed up with CHIN Radio/TV bringing 17-nights of sold out screenings to the GTA, both international films and a special ‘Focus on Italy’ program in partnership with the Embassy of Italy in Ottawa, and the Italian Cultural Institute of Toronto. Taking over the very hot Canadian summer, the Lavazza Drive-In Series established itself as one of the most successful initiatives to have taken place since the beginning of COVID-19 by bringing people back to cinema. Even though it seemed as nothing was less suited to the times of a pandemic than a film festival, the series proved the exact opposite, becoming a pioneer of a brand new type of festival. Starting in Toronto at Ontario Place, then moving to Vaughan and closing in Markham, the news of the Lavazza Drive-In swept the media off its feet with coverage and interviews requested from countless networks, all trying to wrap their head around the idea of a social event in a pandemic.
Keeping safety as a top priority, the series had a sold-out show each night presenting films for everyone: young, adults, Italians, Canadians, Internationals, film lovers and not. An extraordinary outcome that has also made a great difference, with a portion of all ticket sales donated directly to the Canadian Red Cross, in support of the “AiutiAMO l’Italia” campaign. The Lavazza Drive-In stayed true to the important elements of a film festival, from great cinema personalities, important guests and award recognitions, to the entertaining hosts, who were notable stars from prominent Canadian companies, broadcasters and film experts. Making the experience even more genuine and unique, concession was delivered right to the car window and guests enjoyed the first ever drive-thru red carpet, keeping the feelings of glamour and excitement in the hearts of our audience. ICFF’s platform reconnects audiences through the universal language that is cinema, and the Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival went above and beyond, creating an experience that brought communities back together. In its run, the festival proved to be a “problem-solving festival”, constantly striving for the best solutions. This wasn’t an easy task but as the saying goes, “nothing worth having comes easily”, and in the end, the hard work paid off!
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THE CUBAN JULY 20 9:15 PM
CANADA | 2019 | ENG | 109 MIN | DRAMA PRODUCTION: S.N.A.P Films Inc. DISTRIBUTOR: A71 Entertainment CAST: Louis Gossett Jr., Ana Golja, Giacomo Gianniotti, Shohreh Aghdashloo
ONTARIO PLACE
The Cuban is the story of a naive pre-med student named Mina who gets her first job in a nursing home and meets an elderly Cuban jazz musician named Luis. When Mina realizes music triggers Luis’ memories, she uses it to bring him out of his dementia and to create moments of lucidity and joy. The Cuban is a touching story of a friendship that blossoms through music and the power of the imagination.
A MUSICAL JOURNEY OF LOVE, FRIENDSHIP AND THE POWER OF THE IMAGINATION.
SERGIO NAVARRETTA Sergio Navarretta began his feature directing career with Looking for Angelina, the true story of Italian immigrant Angelina Napolitano who killed her abusive husband on Easter Sunday, 1911. His second feature, a delightful wine country comedy, The Colossal Failure Of The Modern Relationship, stars Enrico Colantoni and won the ICFF Castlepoint Numa Award. Navarretta now returns to the big screen with his third feature, The Cuban and he is proud to kick off the film’s theatrical release in Canada with the ICFF.
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TOMORROW’S A NEW DAY DOMANI È UN ALTRO GIORNO
JULY 21 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
AUG 31 9:00 PM
ITALY | 2019 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 100 MIN | COMEDY- DRAMA PRODUCTION: Baires Produzioni, Medusa Film DISTRIBUTION: Filmax CAST: Valerio Mastrandrea, Marco Giallini, Anna Ferzetti
CHATEAU LE JARDIN
Tommaso is a shy teacher who lives in Canada. His best friend of 30 years, Giuliano, is an outgoing and eccentric actor who lives in Rome. The two are extremely close, despite their obvious differences. Giuliano, who has a real thirst for life, has been diagnosed with a terminal illness. After a year-long fight, he has decided to forgo his treatment. His childhood friend comes back to Rome to help him tie up loose ends and prepare for his next journey. Goodbyes are never easy, but they still have time to relive the good times and reflect on what makes life worth living: a beautiful friendship.
SIMONE SPADA Over the past two decades, Simone Spada has worked as an assistant director on close to 40 films. His works include a variety of shorts, documentaries, and fiction features. Domani è un altro giorno/Tomorrow’s a New Day is the second of his films to be screened at ICFF, following the 2018 presentation of Hotel Gagarin, the first feature film both written and directed by Spada.
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SHEEP WITHOUT A SHEPHERD WU SHA
CHINA | 2020 | MANDARIN, THAI | ENG SUBS | 112 MIN | CRIME, DRAMA PRODUCTION: MM2 Entertainment, Wanda Pictures DISTRIBUTION: 815 Pictures CAST: Joan Chen, Wenshan Xu, Xiran Zhang, Zhuo Tan, Yang Xiao
Sheep Without a Shepherd is the stunning remake of the 2013 thriller Drishyam; the story of a man who takes desperate measures to try and save his family from the dark side of the law. After committing an unexpected crime, the only way to avoid conviction is to stand by a made-up alibi… but can they remember all the details of their story?
SAM QUAH Sam Quah is a young Malaysian-born filmmaker who is making waves and a powerful name for himself in the industry. His feature film directorial debut, Sheep Without a Shepherd, became an instant box office hit in China, where it was nominated for multiple awards. Quah has also worked on short films and television series.
JULY 22 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
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LAVAZZA DRIVE-IN | 107
BACK TO MARACANA BRAZIL, ISRAEL | 2018 | POR, HEB, ENG | ENG SUBS | 90 MIN | COMEDY, DRAMA PRODUCTION: Green Productions DISTRIBUTION: Coccinelle Film Sales CAST: Antônio Petrin, Asaf Goldstien
Back to Maracanã is the touching story of Roberto, a failing business man and divorcé at the end of his rope, and the spontaneous journey he embarks upon with his son – a spoiled child who despises football, and his father – a terminally ill die-hard football fan. The trio head off to the World Cup games in Brazil, their former homeland, and the unplanned trip turns into an emotional journey that changes all of them forever.
JORGE GURVICH Jorge Gurvich was born in Argentina and immigrated to Israel in 1978. He studied Cinema at Tel Aviv University and very quickly became one of the leading cinematographers in Israel, shooting over 80 films, including features, shorts, and documentaries. In the late ‘90s, Gurvich directed several works that won international awards, among them The Shower, Pesia’s Necklace, and Moments of Grace.
JULY 23 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
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LAVAZZA DRIVE-IN | 109
SPREAD YOUR WINGS DONNE-MOI DES AILES
FRANCE, NORWAY | 2019 | FRENCH, NORWEGIAN, ENGLISH ENG SUBS | 113 MIN | ACTION, ADVENTURE, FAMILY PRODUCTION: Radar Films, SND Groupe M6, Canopée Production DISTRIBUTION: AZ Films CAST: Jean-Paul Rouve, Mélanie Doutey, Louis Vazquez
Spread Your Wings is inspired by the real life story of Christian Moullec, a specialist on the subject of wild geese migration. The visionary scientist and his teenage son, Thomas, embark on an adventure to save the endangered dwarf geese, by guiding them on a new migratory route. The thought of spending the summer in the great outdoors seems like a real nightmare to Thomas, an adolescent obsessed with video games. Surprisingly, this adventure will change his life as well as his relationship with his father. The film presents the beginning of an incredible and perilous voyage towards Norway.
NICOLAS VANIER Nicolas Vanier was born in Dakar, Senegal, in 1962. He grew up on a farm where he developed a true love for ecology, nature and animals. He is well known as a director, scriptwriter, author and adventurer. He has a passion for the Great North and participated in sleigh dog expeditions and races. These adventures inspired his first work Grand Nord, and a documentary presented on television called Le coureur des bois. He created L’enfant des neiges after a trip across the Rockies and the Yukon. In 2004, he presented a year in the life of Yukon trapper Norman Winther, in Le dernier trappeur. In 2013, he directed the feature film, Belle and Sebastian, his most renowned accomplishment to date.
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ICFF 2020
LAVAZZA DRIVE-IN | 111
IF YOU LOVE ME
JULY 25 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
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SEPT 3 9:00 PM
ITALY | 2020 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 100 MIN | COMEDY- DRAMA PRODUCTION: Eliseo Cinema, Medusa Film DISTRIBUTION: Rai Com CAST: Claudio Bisio, Sergio Rubini, Lucia Ocone
CHATEAU LE JARDIN
Diego (Claudio Bisio) is a successful lawyer suffering from depression, with a special knack for causing disasters. With the intention of helping his loved ones, he ends up destroying their lives entirely. It isn’t until he befriends the eccentric Massimiliano (Sergio Rubini), that he begins to understand exactly how he can fix all of his mistakes… and actually help his family and friends.
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Fausto Brizzi studied at Rome’s prestigious Centro Sperimentale before finding work in the film business. He got his first job writing scripts for the TV series Lui e Lei. In 1999, legendary producer Dino de Laurentiis noticed Brizzi’s talent and hired him to write the screenplay for the slapstick comedy Tifosi, launching his career in film. Brizzi went on to make his directorial debut with the box office hit Notte prima degli esami. His hilarious comedy Modalità aereo, produced by Luca Barbareschi, screened at ICFF 2019.
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LAVAZZA DRIVE-IN | 113
THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON
JULY 29 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
USA | 2019 | ENG | 97 MIN | COMEDY-DRAMA PRODUCTION: Armory Films, 1993, Lucky Treehouse, Nut Bucket Films, Tvacom Film and Tv DISTRIBUTION: Level Film Canada CAST: Dakota Johnson, Shia LaBeouf, Zack Gottsagen
SEPT 4 9:00 PM FAIR GROUND
The Peanut Butter Falcon is a story of adventure and friendship, set in the world of a modern Mark Twain. Zak, a young man with Down Syndrome, runs away from the care home where he lives to chase his dream of becoming a professional wrestler. Through circumstances beyond their control, Tyler, a small-time outlaw on the run, becomes Zak’s unlikely coach and ally. Together they wind through deltas, elude capture, drink whisky, find God, catch fish, and convince the kind nursing home employee charged with bringing Zak home, to join them on their wild journey.
TYLER NILSON MICHAEL SCHWARTZ Tyler Nilson is an American filmmaker from North Carolina. In addition to being an award-winning director, he has written, produced and acted in several short and feature-length films. Michael Schwartz is a documentary filmmaker who teamed up with Nilson in 2014 to co-write and co-direct The Moped Diaries. In 2019, the pair collaborated again on The Peanut Butter Falcon, which has won countless Film Critics and Festival awards, including SXSW (South by Southwest Film Festival).
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JULY 26 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
UNITED KINGDOM | 2019 | ENG | 112 MIN | COMEDY-DRAMA PRODUCTION: Fred Films, Powderkeg Pictures, BondIt Media Capital DISTRIBUTION: Level Film Canada CAST: Daniel Mays, James Purefoy, David Hayman, Dave Johns, Sam Swainsbury
A cynical London music executive heads to a remote Cornish village where his boss tricks him into trying to sign a group of singing fishermen. He becomes the ultimate “fish out of water” as he struggles to gain the respect of this unlikely boy band, and their skeptical families, who value friendship and community over fame and fortune. As he’s drawn deeper into their traditional way of life, he’s forced to re-evaluate his own integrity and his definition of success.
CHRIS FOGGIN Chris Foggin is a British director best known for his work on Kids in Love (2016), The Double (2013), The World’s End (2013), and the 2012 short film Friend Request Pending, starring Judi Dench, which won awards at both the Aspen and New York shorts festivals.
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LAVAZZA DRIVE-IN | 117
I HATE SUMMER
JULY 27 9:15 PM
ODIO L’ESTATE
ONTARIO PLACE
ITALY | 2020 | ITA | ENG SUBS | 105 MIN | COMEDY PRODUCTION: Agidi DISTRIBUTION: Vision Distribution CAST: Aldo Baglio, Giacomo Poretti, Giovanni Storti, Carlotta Natoli, Lucia Mascino, Maria Di Biase
Want to plan a perfect holiday? Remember to bring your dinghy and your dog, of course! On the other hand, accidentally booking the same house with two total strangers is not recommended. In the film Odio l’estate, famous Italian comedians Aldo, Giovanni and Giacomo leave for summer holidays as strangers, but soon cross paths despite their very different lives. An extremely organized and fussy man who is dealing with bankruptcy, a successful doctor struggling with a son going through a pre-adolescent crisis, and a hypochondriac with a dog named Brian and a passion for Massimo Raniero, meet coincidentally on a small island on the Italian coast sharing the same beach, the same sea and the same rented house. The clash between the three characters is inevitable and hilarious.
SEPT 1 9:00 PM CHATEAU LE JARDIN
MASSIMO VENIER Massimo Venier is most known for his films Tre uomini e una gamba (1997), Tu la conosci Claudia? (2004), and Mi fido di te (2007). He created and wrote the television series Mai dire Gol, from 1990 to 1997, in collaboration with the Gialappa Band. He reached notoriety when he became the director and screenwriter of the first films by comedians Aldo, Giovanni and Giacomo. He is also the author of theatre and television productions for the well-known trio. In 2013, he directed a remake of Aspirante vedovo with actors Fabio De Luigi and Luciana Littizzetto. Odio l’estate (2020) is his most recent film project as director and screenwriter, where he reunites with Aldo, Giovanni e Giacomo after fifteen years.
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ICFF 2020
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T-34
JULY 28 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
RUSSIA | 2018 | RUSSIAN, GERMAN | ENG SUBS | 139 MIN | ACTION PRODUCTION: Mars Media Entertainment, Amedia DISTRIBUTION: Kino Film Corp. CAST: Alexander Petrov, Irina Starshenbaum, Viktor Dobronravov
In 1944, a courageous group of Russian soldiers managed to escape from German captivity in a halfdestroyed legendary T-34 tank, including the brave tank commander Nikolay Ivushkin. The film T-34 narrates the life of Ivushkin and that of his comrades, over the course of three years. These were times of unforgettable bravery, fierce fighting, unbreakable love, and legendary miracles as they plotted their ultimate escape.
ALEKSEY SIDOROV Aleksey Sidorov is an awardwinning writer, producer and director from Russia. He has worked on both film and television series, best known for Boys tenyu, Dark World and Brigada. Sidorov’s 2018 war-time action drama T-34 gained critical acclaim in Russia and around the world, and has won several awards, including the Golden Eagle for Best Director and Best Screenplay.
NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE Based on the Novel Finding Marco by Kenneth Canio Cancellara Executive Producers: Kenneth C. Cancellara Far Point Films Director: Sean Cisterna Italian Producer: Francesco Papa (Pointmedia Italia srl) Producers: Sean Cisterna (Mythic Productions Film) Paula Brancai
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FINDING YOUR ROOTS Based on the Novel Finding Marco by Kenneth Canio Cancellara
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BALA
JULY 30 9:15 PM ONTARIO PLACE
INDIA | 2019 | HINDI | ENG SUBS | 133 MIN | COMEDY PRODUCTION: Maddock Films, Skywalk Films DISTRIBUTION: Carnival Movie Network CAST: Ayushmann Khurrana, Bhumi Pednekar, Yami Gautam, Saurabh Shukla
Bala is a fresh new comedy about the struggles of a young man facing premature baldness and his inability to cope with social pressures. When his condition, and his insecurity about it, takes over his life and threatens to destroy his marriage, Bala seeks the help of a woman who is facing her own struggles with social beauty standards.
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AMAR KAUSHIK Amar Kaushik is a multi-awardwinning director and actor, best known for his 2018 film Stree, and his 2019 comedy Bala. Kaushik wrote and directed the 2017 short film Aaba, which won several international festival awards in Aspen, Berlin and New York.
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Alma, Jean and Sebastiano are three siblings who live with their off-beat mother, newly-converted to the Greek-Orthodox religion. One day, out of the blue, she packs them up and ships them off to their father, Carlo, a failed film director from whom she is divorced. The children are forced to vacation with their dad and his new wife, Benedetta, on their honeymoon in Rome. When an unfortunate accident forces the exes to come together, the children’s hopes of their parents reuniting are ignited.
GINEVRA ELKANN Ginevra Elkann is a London-born Italian film producer, making her screenwriting and directorial debut with the heartfelt family drama, Magari/If Only. Elkann is best-known for her work on The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) and Vado a Messa/I’m Going to Church (2005). She is the granddaughter of Italian Senator and business magnate, Gianni Agnelli, named the richest man in modern Italian history.
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