Bill Murray and Downton Abbey Cast Shine at Rome Film Fest 2019

The 14th Rome Film Fest (Romaff14) at Auditorium Parco della Musica saw a lively day with Bill Murray, Wes Anderson, and the cast of Downton Abbey. Bill Murray received a Career Award from Wes Anderson, with whom he has made nine films. Murray appeared late but charmed the audience with his surreal humor. Frances McDormand made a surprise appearance. The Downton Abbey cast—Michelle Dockery, Jim Carter, and Imelda Staunton—presented the film, which opens in Italian theaters on October 24 via Universal Pictures. Director Hirokazu Kore-eda also attended, discussing his film 'Le verità' and citing influences like Ken Loach and Nanni Moretti. The festival highlighted the enduring appeal of both the film and the series.