Giorgio Ferrero's 'Domino' Explores Dance as Therapy in Turin

Giorgio Ferrero's short film 'Domino' is set to debut in Italian theaters on May 15, 2023. In collaboration with MYBOSSWAS for Fondazione Compagnia di San Paolo, it will be featured at the Torinodanza Festival 2023, running from September 14 to October 21. This film, which fuses dance, cinema, and music, is filmed in iconic locations throughout Turin. Its narrative illustrates how bodies create a 'constructive domino' effect, symbolizing resurrection and renewal. Continuing his exploration of social themes from 'Beautiful Things' (2019, Venice Film Festival) and 'Happy Birthday' (2022, Venice Critics' Week), 'Domino' juxtaposes solidarity against modern individualism, highlighting the liberating power of music and dance. Ferrero's earlier short, 'Happy Birthday,' featured 23-year-old Russian dancer Masha Shemuranova and was entirely produced through video calls, examining the digital divide faced by Generation Z. 'Domino' will be shown in various cities, including Turin (Museo del cinema), Milan (cinema Palestrina), and Rome (Spazio Scena).