On this day in history: actor Marcello Mastroianni born
Born on 28th September, 1924, Marcello Mastroianni would go on to become one of the most celebrated actors in Italian cinema.
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On this day in history: author Grazia Deledda born
Born on 27th September 1871 in the small town of Nuoro, Sardinia, Grazia Deledda became the first Italian woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Deledda’s works, rich in Sardinian culture and traditions, delve into the human condition, exploring themes of fate, guilt, and redemption that resonate far beyond her island home.
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Vermiglio selected for Italy’s submission to Oscars
Italy has selected Vermiglio by Maura Delpero as its official submission for Best International Feature at the 2025 Oscars, the Italian selection committee announced on Tuesday.
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On this day in history: birth of author Roberto Saviano
Born on 22nd September 1979, in Naples, Roberto Saviano is one of Italy’s most renowned and controversial authors. Saviano has become a global figure for his unflinching exposés of organised crime, particularly the Neapolitan Camorra.
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G7 Culture Declaration 2024
The 2024 G7 Culture meeting, which took place over three days, concluded in Naples on Saturday. During the event, ministers committed to protecting freedom of expression and assisting Ukraine in repairing the damage to its cultural heritage caused by the Russian invasion. The G7 Culture declaration highlighted different areas on which the countries need to […]
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On this day in history: artist and architect Cigoli born
Lodovico Cardi, better known as Cigoli (1559-1613), is one of Italy’s remarkable yet often overlooked figures from the late Renaissance. Born in the Tuscan town of San Miniato on 21st September 1559, he excelled not only as a painter but also as an architect.
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On this day in history: actress Sophia Loren born
Today marks the birthday of one of Italy’s most iconic actresses, Sophia Loren. Born on 20th September 1934, Loren has become a symbol of Italian cinema and global stardom.
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Culture Minister opens G7 summit in Naples
Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli opened the G7 Culture Summit in Naples on Friday, stressing the importance of defending cultural identities.
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On this day in history: death of author Italo Calvino
Italo Calvino, born on 15th October 1923 in Santiago de Las Vegas, Cuba, is considered one of Italy’s most influential 20th-century writers. He died on 19th September 1985.
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On this day in history: actor Rossano Brazzi born
Rossano Brazzi, born on 18th September 1916 in Bologna, was one of Italy’s most successful actors in Hollywood. With his effortless charm and dashing good looks, he became a favourite romantic lead, particularly in the 1950s. However, his career blossomed during a critical time for American cinema.
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