Damiano Michieletto's 'Vivaldi e io' revisits cloistered orphan musicians in 18th-century Venice
The film 'Vivaldi e io' (Vivaldi and Me) by director Damiano Michieletto tells the story of a young woman who emancipates herself through the music of the Italian composer. The movie revisits the history of cloistered orphan girls who played in orchestras in Venice during the 18th century. Michieletto's approach is described as very conventional. The film premiered in 2026 and was reviewed by Le Monde.
Key facts
- Film title: 'Vivaldi e io' (Vivaldi and Me)
- Director: Damiano Michieletto
- Subject: A young woman's emancipation through Vivaldi's music
- Historical context: Orphan girls in 18th-century Venice who played in orchestras
- Film style: Described as 'very conventional'
- Publication: Le Monde, April 29, 2026
- Country: Italy (Venice setting)
- Composer: Antonio Vivaldi
Entities
Artists
- Damiano Michieletto
- Antonio Vivaldi
Institutions
- Le Monde
Locations
- Venice
- Italy