“The Brutalist,” directed by Brady Corbet, has garnered critical acclaim, winning Best Motion Picture – Drama at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards. The film chronicles the journey of László Tóth, a Hungarian Jewish architect who, after surviving the Holocaust, emigrates to post-war America to rebuild his life and career. TheContinue Reading
“Deceitful Love,” Italian romantic drama series released on Netflix in October 2024, captivates viewers with its compelling narrative and stunning Italian backdrops. Filmed primarily along the Amalfi Coast and in the Campania region, the series utilizes these picturesque settings to enhance its storytelling. Filming locations and their on-screen moods TravelContinue Reading
Disney and Pixar’s animated film Luca transports viewers to a dreamy Italian seaside town that captures the essence of the country’s Riviera. While the story focuses on the friendship between Luca, Alberto, and Giulia, it’s the stunning setting that steals the show. Inspired by real-life locations in Liguria, Luca servesContinue Reading
One of this year’s most anticipated films is undoubtedly The Gladiator II. With Ridley Scott again handling the direction, Rome returns as the setting in this sequel where Lucius, son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen), played by Paul Mescal (Normal People, All of us strangers) is captured by the Romans andContinue Reading
While much of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is rooted in British landscapes and northern European mythology, Italy played a significant, albeit subtle, role in shaping some of the iconic locations in Middle-earth. Tolkien’s visits to Italy and his impressions of its natural and historical beauty have leftContinue Reading
The Twilight saga—spanning three main films (Twilight, New Moon, and Eclipse) and culminating with the Breaking Dawn two-part finale—enchanted fans with its moody, romantic settings and breathtaking locations. While the fictional town of Forks, Washington, serves as the story’s centerpiece, much of the filming took place in Oregon, British ColumbiaContinue Reading
The Umbria Region is launching a new tourism promotion project called Umbria: The Flavors of Cinema, aimed at enhancing local wine and olive oil excellence through an original combination with cinema. This ambitious project, curated by the Umbrian Cinema Festival Network, will bring some of the “green heart of Italy’s”Continue Reading
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s “Italian Journey“ is not only a literary masterpiece but also a travelogue that offers an intimate glimpse into the Italy of the late 18th century. Written between 1813 and 1817, this account is based on Goethe’s own experiences during his journey through Italy from 1786 toContinue Reading
Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend, the first book in her Neapolitan Novels series, is deeply rooted in the rich setting of Naples, Italy. The narrative follows the lives of two childhood friends, Elena and Lila, growing up in a working-class neighborhood in Naples during the 1950s. The locations in theContinue Reading
The 2023 live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid brought to life the enchanting world of Ariel, not just under the sea but on the stunning shores of northern Sardinia. Filming locations included several picturesque spots on this Mediterranean island, particularly along the coast of Gallura. One of the most iconicContinue Reading