Category: ITALY
Franco Battiato
Franco Battiato (1945–2021) was a visionary Italian musician, filmmaker and spiritual seeker who captivated audiences in Italy while remaining largely unknown in the English-speaking world. Following the release of Il Lungo Viaggio and the exhibition Un’altra vita at Rome’s MAXXI, this article explores the life, music and philosophy of an artist who searched for a permanent centre of gravity beyond fame and success.
Simon Boccanegra at La Fenice – Opera Review
A first-time opera experience at La Fenice becomes an unexpectedly profound emotional journey. Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra, directed with restraint and insight, offers a rare space to release suppressed feeling and reconnect with collective human emotion.
A New Dawn for Italian Cinema in the UK
CinemaItaliaUK has launched a new streaming platform dedicated to Italian cinema, offering UK audiences access to a curated selection of classic and contemporary films. With titles ranging from Fellini’s 8½ to hidden gems like A Special Day, the player provides a timely cultural window into the richness of Italy’s cinematic legacy.