Medici: Masters of Florence is a TV show that portrays the rise to power and political intrigue of the Medici family during the Italian Renaissance. The story explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the pursuit of wealth and power. Set in 15th-century Florence, the show follows the Medici family's journey as they navigate the complex world of politics, art, and religion, facing challenges and conflicts along the way.
Join Stanley Tucci on a captivating journey through Italy as he delves into its diverse regions, uncovering the secrets of its culture and cuisine.
On the Italian Riviera, a young sea monster named Luca befriends Alberto, a sea monster disguised as a human. They embark on an adventure, while trying to keep their true identities a secret from Luca's parents. When their secret is revealed, they enter a triathlon to win money for a Vespa. Throughout their journey, they learn valuable lessons about friendship and acceptance. In the end, Luca chooses to attend school with his friend Giulia, and they bid farewell to their loved ones as they embark on a new chapter in their lives.
Cake Boss is a reality TV show that follows the day-to-day operations of Carlo's Bakery, a family-owned bakery in Hoboken, New Jersey. The show focuses on the intricate and creative cake designs crafted by the bakery's owner, Buddy Valastro, and his team of skilled cake decorators. Each episode features a different cake order, ranging from extravagant wedding cakes to themed birthday cakes. Along with the cake creations, the show also delves into the personal lives of the Valastro family and the challenges they face in running a successful bakery.
Breaking Away is a coming-of-age movie set in Indiana in the 1970s. It follows the story of a teenager who finds his passion for cycling and his dream of becoming a professional cyclist. The movie explores themes of class differences, college life, and the challenges of growing up. As the teenager trains and competes in a bicycle race, he learns valuable life lessons and discovers his true potential.
Divorce Italian Style is a dark comedy set in 1960s Sicily. The protagonist, Ferdinando Cefalù, is a nobleman who is trapped in a loveless marriage. He falls in love with his attractive cousin and hatches a plan to murder his wife in order to be with her. This film is a satirical critique of the strict Italian divorce laws of the time.
Two brothers who own a failing Italian restaurant in New Jersey host a big night dinner to save their business. Along the way, they experience sibling rivalry, adultery, and pursuit of the American dream.
Explore the violent and gritty world of Italian cop and gangster films from the 1970s, showcasing their brutality, masculinity, and the unique elements of Italian filmmaking.
Be Sick… It's Free tells the story of a physician in Italy who becomes involved in a web of ambition, envy, and corruption as he navigates the complexities of the Italian health care system. Along the way, he encounters unfaithful wives, overworked colleagues, and a domineering mother, all while striving to build a successful medical practice. This comical journey sheds light on the challenges and absurdities of the healthcare industry.
Respiro tells the story of a 14-year-old emotionally unstable girl named Grazia, who lives with her mentally unstable mother in a fishing village on an Italian island. Grazia's unconventional behavior and mental instability create tension within the community, especially with her father. As she navigates adolescence, Grazia finds solace in swimming and fishing, while also experiencing the challenges of growing up and finding her place in the world.
Short Skin is a coming-of-age sex comedy that follows the story of a teenage boy in rural Italy. The film explores themes of friendship, first love, and sexuality, while also delving into the cultural norms and traditions of Italian society. With a mix of humor and sensitivity, Short Skin provides a unique and entertaining portrayal of the challenges and anxieties faced by teenagers as they navigate the complexities of growing up.
Dean Martin: King of Cool is a biographical documentary that tells the story of Dean Martin, a talented entertainer and singer. Born in an Italian-American family in Steubenville, Ohio, Dean Martin rose to fame as a member of the Rat Pack and became a beloved movie and music star in Hollywood. This film explores his rise to fame, his stylish image, and his contributions to the entertainment industry.
Bread and Chocolate is a dark comedy that follows the story of an Italian waiter who faces challenges and hardships while trying to make a living in Switzerland. The film explores themes of immigration, racism, and xenophobia in a satirical manner.
Ferruccio Castronuovo was the only authorized eye, between 1976 and 1986, to film the brilliant Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini (1920-1993) in his personal and creative intimacy, to capture the gears of his great circus, his fantastic lies and his crazy inventions.
In the most traditional Sicilian, a 18 year old is in full arousal. His relationship with breathtaking mature woman will create a great controversy in the retrograde Sicilian society.
What Would Sophia Loren Do? is a documentary that explores the life and career of the iconic Italian film actress Sophia Loren. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal anecdotes, the film highlights her rise to stardom, her passion for acting, and her impact on Italian cinema. It also delves into her experiences with loss, including the tragic death of her son. With a focus on her resilience and determination, the documentary celebrates Sophia Loren as an inspiration and a cultural icon.
The story of Benvenuto Cellinin (1500-1571), a soldier and one of the most important craftsmen and artists of Renaissance Italy whose life was marked by many achievements and adventures, but also crimes. There is also the mini-series version consisted of three 90 minutes episodes, broadcasted by RaiDue.
A man in his sixties, sitting in a dark room, gazes at the food and touches it on a carefully set table. Each dish evokes the memory of a moment from his life. The short was made for the "Food and Future" video art contest by Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò New York University.
1965: Paris, London and Milan all move at the same fast pace, fueled by a fresh creative and rebellious impetus. Guido Crepax picks up on this energy and transfers it to a comic strip in which art, music, design, film and fashion all blend together, breaking with traditional narrative structure. The dreamy photographer Valentina becomes Crepax' alter ego: as lovely as Louise Brooks, as disturbing as one of Lucio Fontana's slashed canvases, as knowing as Bob Dylan's lyrics, and as freewheeling as Charlie Parker's compositions.
New York Solo Andata tells the story of the American Dream from the first Italian migratory flows to nowadays through the voices of all those who truly believed and fulfilled it with determination. Davide Ippolito leaves Italy to meet Italians and important personalities living in New York to tell the most unusual aspects of the city to remind "if you can dream it, you can do it."