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Garda Cinema Incontra

VOICES OF CINEMA AND LITERATURE

Garda Cinema Incontra is a series of special events designed to deepen the dialogue on cinema and literature, through the voice of their protagonists. Close meetings with leading directors, actors and writers on the Italian scene, who are told to the public in an intimate and stimulating atmosphere.
A precious opportunity to discover the stories, paths and visions that animate the world of art and contemporary storytelling. The events are free of charge subject to availability and take place at the Garda Congress Hall.

Giovanna Mezzogiorno

Presents the book "I'll tell you my cinema"

I tell you my cinema (Mondadori) is the book with which Giovanna Mezzogiorno opens an intimate and sincere window on her artistic and personal path, through a deep dialogue with the director and writer Piergiorgio Gay.

 

Among the most intense and refined interpreters of contemporary Italian cinema, Giovanna Mezzogiorno has worked with great directors such as Marco Bellocchio, Cristina Comencini, Ferzan Özpetek, Giuseppe Tornatore, Sergio Castellitto and many others, building a career full of nuances and recognition.

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June 12 - 3:30pm

Giorgio Tabanelli

Presents the book "Peace Builders"

Obstructors of peace (Under the cover) is the new book by Giorgio Tabanelli, a journey through the stories of women and men who have chosen the path of dialogue, justice and nonviolence as a response to the conflicts of our time.

 

Giorgio Tabanelli, journalist and documentary filmmaker, has been dealing with international cooperation, human rights and forgotten conflicts for years. His work has led him to tell complex realities in every part of the world, with a look always attentive to the humanity behind the news.

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June 14th - 11:30am

Pupi Avati

Receives the "Garda Cinema Career" award

Pupi Avati receives the Garda Cinema - Alla carriera award, a recognition of his extraordinary contribution to Italian cinema. Director, screenwriter and writer, Avati has signed some of the most beloved films in our cinema, keeping intact over the years a unique and unmistakable authorial voice.

 

On this special occasion, the master will also present his latest work, The American vegetable garden, a film that intertwines memory, family and nostalgia, bringing to the screen an intimate and universal story at the same time.

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June 14th - 6:00pm

Rosa Palasciano

Actress and member of the Garda Cinema jury

Garda Cinema Meets Rosa Palasciano, versatile actress and emerging voice of the new Italian cinema. Rosa has been able to stand out for her ability to embody intense characters, working with some of the most interesting directors of the contemporary scene.

 

Judge of the official jury of the Garda Cinema Film Festival 2025, in this special meeting Rosa Palasciano tells the audience between personal experiences, artistic choices and reflections on the actor's profession.

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June 15th - 4:00pm

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