The Laceno d'Oro International Film Festival, now in its 49th edition, will take place in Avellino from 1 to 8 December 2024. This year the festival pays homage to Valerio Mastandrea, a leading figure in Italian cinema, known for his work as an actor and director.
Mastandrea, who became famous with Claudio Caligari's “The Smell of the Night”, has played roles in numerous successful films, both in the auteur cinema circuit and in the more commercial one.
Tribute to Valerio Mastandrea
During the festival, a special tribute will be dedicated to Mastandrea, with the screening of “Se c'è un aldilà sono fottuto. Vita e Cinema di Claudio Caligari” and “Ride”. Afterwards, the public will be able to participate in a masterclass held by Mastandrea himself, scheduled for Sunday, December 8.
A program full of events
Laceno d'Oro, founded in 1959 by Pier Paolo Pasolini together with local intellectuals, continues to promote neorealist cinema, offering a platform for screenings, meetings with authors, concerts, exhibitions, masterclasses and workshops. The festival, organized by the Circolo ImmaginAzione of Avellino, includes three main competitions: “Laceno d'Oro 49” for feature films, “Gli occhi sulla città” for short films on urban themes, and “Spazio Campania” for local productions.
Short Film Section
“Eyes on the City” The short film competition features works from around the world, including “Quebrante” by Janaina Wagner, “Avant Seriana” by Samy Benammar, and “The Banished One” by Moso Sematlane. These short films explore themes related to the urban environment and landscape, offering a variety of international perspectives. The festival, which receives support from the Campania Region and the Film Commission Regione Campania, confirms itself as a significant event in the Italian and international film scene, continuing to attract world-renowned filmmakers and consolidating Avellino as a cultural hub for cinema.
Article published on November 16, 2024 - 12:15
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