Napoli ospita la terza edizione del Planet Sea Film Festival
From 7 to 11 October, Naples will become the center of marine culture thanks to the third edition of the Pianeta Mare Film Festival (PMFF). This event stands out for its deep attention to environmental issues and its commitment to spreading marine culture through cinema. This year, almost 40 films from 24 countries will be presented, with three European premieres and ten Italian ones.
International Jury of Excellence
The international jury of the PMFF will be chaired by Gianni Canova, rector of the IULM University of Milan, and will include prominent figures such as Teresa Saponangelo, David di Donatello award winner, and Sofía Brockenshire, a young Canadian director. The jury will have the task of evaluating the sixteen films in competition, representing over 40 nations, divided into two main categories: “Features film” (feature films) and “Short movies” (short films).
Traveling Program
This year’s PMFF will adopt a traveling formula to involve various venues in Naples. Screenings will be held in various locations including the Aula Magna of the University of Naples “Parthenope,” the Cinema Filangieri, the Galleria Toledo theater, and the Museo Darwin Dohrn at the Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn. The festival will open with an inauguration ceremony at the Cinema Filangieri and will culminate with a full day of screenings and awards at the Museo Darwin Dohrn.
Video making workshop
Among the festival's initiatives, the Videomaking Laboratory will play a central role. Directed by director Valerio Ferrara and scientifically coordinated by professor Maria Luisa Iavarone, the laboratory will take place at the University of Naples Parthenope and will be open to 20 students under 30 from Italy and Europe. Participants will have the opportunity to make short films with smartphones on environmental issues.
Support and Collaborations
The Pianeta Mare Film Festival is made possible thanks to the support of the Film Commission of the Campania Region, the Representation in Italy of the European Commission and the Fondazione Banco di Napoli. The festival also boasts numerous scientific, academic, cultural, institutional and business partners, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network Agency and the Municipality of Naples.
Commitment to the Future of the Planet
The festival is not just a film event, but a major initiative to raise awareness and educate the public on the crucial issues of sustainability and marine conservation. Through films that touch the hearts and minds of viewers, PMFF aims to be a powerful vehicle to promote environmental awareness.
Conclusions
Massimo Pronio, Head of Communications at the European Commission Representation in Italy, said: “We are delighted to have renewed our institutional partnership with the third edition of Pianeta Mare Film Festival. The European Union is at the forefront of global efforts to restore natural ecosystems and preserve and safeguard marine biodiversity.”
Article published on 28 September 2024 - 11:30
