To mark the nomination of Rome to Expo 2030 the Italian Cultural Institute in London has curated the series “Roman nights”, showcasing some of the best films shot in Rome. While most of the choices will belong to the Neorealismo – a movement in Italian cinema characterised by stories set among the poor and the working class, filmed on location and often with non-professional actors – Rome will also feature in all its glory in our choice of more recent cult and Oscars winning films.
Thursday 19 January, 6pm
Caro Dario
Director: Nanni Moretti
Cast: Nanni Moretti, Renato Carpentierri, Giovanna Bozzolo
Comedy/Drama/1h40mins/colour/1993
In Italian with English subtitles
Introduction and post screening discussion with Nick Walker
Car Diario is semi-autobiographical comedy written, directed and co-produced by Nanni Moretti, who also stars as himself. The film is structured in three anthological episodes, presented as the chapters of Moretti’s open diary, in which he describes with a sharp ironic look his thoughts about various slice of life situations.
Cannes Film Festival, best Director Award, 1994
David di Donatello, Best Film, 1994
European Film Awards, FIPRESCI Prize, 1994
Nick Walker has worked in the film industry, wrote film articles for The Guardian, is a film lecturer, programmer and host of film salon events in London and Rochester. Nick has a Masters Degree in Film Culture.
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