Documentary 'Infinito. L’universo di Luigi Ghirri' Premieres 30 Years After Photographer's Death
On October 15, 2022, the MAXXI museum in Rome hosted the premiere of 'Infinito. L’universo di Luigi Ghirri,' a documentary by Matteo Parisini, marking three decades since the passing of Italian photographer Luigi Ghirri (1943–1992). The film includes Ghirri's writings narrated by Stefano Accorsi, along with previously unseen photographs, archival materials, and interviews featuring artists, experts, and family members. This documentary is part of the 'Luigi Ghirri. The Marazzi Years 1975–1985' initiative, commissioned by Marazzi, which also encompasses a book and exhibitions. It emphasizes Ghirri's transition from surveyor to artist, highlighting his partnership with Marazzi. Additional screenings took place in Rome on October 17 and 20, 2022, and in Fano on November 17, 2022.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Infinito. L’universo di Luigi Ghirri' directed by Matteo Parisini
- Premiered October 15, 2022, at MAXXI museum in Rome
- Narrated by actor Stefano Accorsi reading Ghirri's writings
- Part of project 'Luigi Ghirri. The Marazzi Years 1975–1985'
- Commissioned by ceramic company Marazzi
- Includes previously unseen photographs and archival footage
- Interviews with artists Franco Guerzoni, Davide Benati, art historian Arturo Carlo Quintavalle, printer Arrigo Ghi, photographer Gianni Leone, musician Massimo Zamboni
- Ghirri's daughters Adele and Ilaria contribute personal memories
- Additional screenings: October 17 and 20 at Cinema Giulio Cesare, Rome; November 17 at Cinema Masetti, Fano
- Ghirri worked with Marazzi from 1975 to 1985, creating unique ceramic works
Entities
Artists
- Luigi Ghirri
- Stefano Accorsi
- Matteo Parisini
- Franco Guerzoni
- Davide Benati
- Arturo Carlo Quintavalle
- Arrigo Ghi
- Gianni Leone
- Massimo Zamboni
- Adele Ghirri
- Ilaria Ghirri
Institutions
- MAXXI
- Marazzi
- Centrale Fotografia
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Fano
- Marche