In the Old West, a mysterious stranger named Harmonica teams up with a notorious outlaw to protect a widow from a ruthless assassin. As they face off against the railroad, their pasts are revealed and their loyalties are tested. With epic gunfights and intense confrontations, this spaghetti western is a thrilling tale of revenge, greed, and justice.

In 1968 Paris, a young American student becomes friends with a French brother and sister. As they indulge in a month-long escapade of pleasure and self-discovery, their friendship is tested by a sexual threesome and the turbulent social and political climate of the May student riots.

Bernardo Bertolucci's Oscar-winning dramatisation of the life story of China's last emperor, Pu Yi. The film follows Pu Yi's journey from being the emperor of China at a young age to his eventual downfall and capture as a war criminal. It explores his relationships, his struggles with identity and power, and the changing political landscape of China. This epic and visually stunning film offers a poignant portrayal of one man's life and the historical events that shaped it.

In Last Tango in Paris, a grieving widower engages in a passionate affair with a young Parisian woman he meets in an apartment for rent. Together, they explore their desires and escape from the pain of their pasts, but their relationship becomes increasingly intense and destructive. This controversial film delves into themes of love, sex, and loneliness, with powerful performances from Marlon Brando and Maria Schneider.

Lucy, a 19-year-old American girl, travels to Italy to spend the summer with family friends in a picturesque Tuscan villa. As she explores the idyllic surroundings, she encounters various characters who help her navigate her first experiences in love, sexuality, and art.

Set in 1970s Italy, Luna follows the life of Joe, a 15-year-old boy who becomes entangled in a forbidden relationship with his mother. As their incestuous desires intensify, they are propelled into a world of drugs, addiction, and emotional turmoil. Luna explores themes of loss, addiction, and the profound impact of a dysfunctional parent-child relationship.

1900 is an epic drama set in Italy, spanning several decades and exploring themes of class struggle, fascism, and the effects of war. It follows the lives of two boys, Alfredo and Olmo, who grow up together in a rural village. As they come of age, they find themselves on opposing sides of the social and political spectrum, with Alfredo aligning with the fascists and Olmo becoming a socialist. The film depicts their struggles and the impact of their choices on their friendship and the world around them.

Little Buddha follows the story of a young boy named Jesse who is believed to be the reincarnation of a Buddhist monk. As Jesse learns about his past lives and the teachings of Buddha, he embarks on a transformative journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.

In 1930s Italy, a man becomes a hitman for the fascist government in order to conform and suppress his traumatic childhood. He is sent on a mission to assassinate a former professor who is an anti-fascist. However, his inner turmoil and repressed desires begin to unravel his loyalty to the regime.

A short film made for Venezia 70 - Future Reloaded

In the 1940s, an American couple travels to Africa, specifically the Sahara Desert, seeking adventure and escape. However, their journey becomes fraught with intense emotions and personal struggles as they face infidelity, racial tensions, and the harsh realities of the desert. Their marriage is put to the test, forcing them to confront their own desires, passions, and the complexities of their relationship.

Before the Revolution is a thought-provoking movie set in 1960s Italy, exploring the intricacies of love, lust, mental illness, and political ideologies. It delves into the taboo subject of incest, specifically the relationship between an aunt and her nephew. As the characters navigate their desires, they are confronted by the conflicting values of bourgeois society and the call for revolution.

In the small town of Tara, Italy, a man returns to investigate the murder of his father during the country's fascist period. As he delves deeper into his investigation, he uncovers hidden secrets and dark truths that lead to a shocking revelation about his unknown father. Along the way, he must confront his own past, including his complicated relationship with his father, the Italian Resistance, and the psychological effects of the Oedipus complex.

Promotional omnibus film, made for the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy, featuring portraits of 12 Italian cities.

In Besieged, a man living in Rome falls in love with his African maid, who is imprisoned for political activism. Determined to free her, he sacrifices his own possessions and safety in order to help her regain her freedom.

In the 18th century, a princess disguises herself as a man to access the philosophers she loves. With the help of her servant, they navigate through the world of royalty, opera, and gender disguise, all while dealing with the misogyny and seduction around them.

Me and You is a drama film based on a novel set in Rome, Italy. It follows the story of a teenage boy who chooses to isolate himself in his basement, where he forms an unexpected bond with his half-sister. Throughout the movie, they explore themes of loneliness, self-discovery, and the power of human connection.

Thirteen filmmakers talk about Henri Langlois and their relationship with him.

Partner is a surreal drama set in Italy and explores themes of class struggle and imperialism. The story follows a professor and his students as they navigate a world filled with surreal elements like guillotines and Molotov cocktails. The film uses Brechtian techniques to challenge the audience's perception of reality.

Made for the Venice Film Festival's 70th anniversary, seventy filmmakers made a short film between 60 and 90 seconds long on their interpretation of the future of cinema.