Documentary on Alvar Aalto's Only Italian Church to Premiere in Riola
The documentary "Non abbiamo sete di scenografie" will premiere on August 16, 2018, at 9 PM in Riola, highlighting Alvar Aalto's only church in Italy, commissioned by Cardinal Giacomo Lercaro in 1965. Although Aalto passed away before construction began, the church was inaugurated 40 years ago. The small community of Riola, located near Bologna, has fewer than 1,000 residents. The film will also be featured at the Milan Design Film Festival, with its title reflecting Cardinal Lercaro's defense of the architectural project.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Non abbiamo sete di scenografie' covers Alvar Aalto's only Italian work.
- The film premieres August 16, 2018, at 9 PM in Riola, on the church's square.
- The church was commissioned by Cardinal Giacomo Lercaro in 1965.
- Aalto died before construction began.
- The building was inaugurated 40 years ago.
- The community has fewer than 1,000 residents.
- The film will be shown at the Milan Design Film Festival.
- Title quotes Cardinal Lercaro's defense of the project.
Entities
Artists
- Alvar Aalto
- Mara Corradi
- Roberto Ronchi
- Giacomo Lercaro
- Valentina Silvestrini
Institutions
- Artribune
- Milan Design Film Festival
Locations
- Riola
- Bologna
- Porretta Terme
- Finland
- Italy