Carlo Verdone's 1980 debut 'Un sacco bello' returns to Italian cinemas in 4K restoration
Carlo Verdone's 1980 directorial debut 'Un sacco bello' is returning to Italian cinemas from April 27 to 29, 2026, in a newly restored 4K version. The restoration was supervised by Verdone himself and carried out by the L'Immagine Ritrovata laboratory, in collaboration with Cineteca di Bologna as part of the 'Il Cinema Ritrovato. Al Cinema' project. Partners include RTI, Mediaset Infinity, Minerva Pictures, and SIAE. The film will screen in 150 theaters across Italy, and after its theatrical run, the restored version will be available for streaming on Mediaset Infinity. The film, known for its iconic characters and memorable dialogue, remains a beloved classic of Italian comedy.
Key facts
- Carlo Verdone's 1980 debut film 'Un sacco bello' has been restored in 4K.
- The restoration was supervised by Carlo Verdone.
- The restoration was performed by the L'Immagine Ritrovata laboratory.
- The film will screen in 150 Italian cinemas from April 27 to 29, 2026.
- The initiative is part of Cineteca di Bologna's 'Il Cinema Ritrovato. Al Cinema' project.
- Partners include RTI, Mediaset Infinity, Minerva Pictures, and SIAE.
- After theatrical release, the restored film will stream on Mediaset Infinity.
- The film is considered a classic of Italian comedy with iconic characters and dialogue.
Entities
Artists
- Carlo Verdone
- Mario Brega
Institutions
- Cineteca di Bologna
- RTI
- Mediaset Infinity
- L'Immagine Ritrovata
- Minerva Pictures
- SIAE
- Artribune
Locations
- Italy