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Oscar-winning production designer Dante Ferretti exhibition opens in Rome

exhibition · 2026-04-20

In Rome, an exhibition celebrating the work of Dante Ferretti, the Oscar-winning production designer, has commenced, highlighting his contributions over the past fifty years. A three-time Academy Award recipient, Ferretti is renowned for his partnerships with filmmakers such as Martin Scorsese, Federico Fellini, and Tim Burton. The showcase includes set designs, sketches, and models from notable films including "The Aviator," "Sweeney Todd," and "Hugo," emphasizing his architectural background and his involvement in more than 50 films since the 1970s. Ferretti has earned eight Academy Award nominations and accolades from the Art Directors Guild and BAFTA. The duration and location of the exhibition remain unspecified. Reported by ARTE.it and directed by Luca Muscarà, with rights reserved until 2026.

Key facts

  • Dante Ferretti is an Oscar-winning production designer
  • An exhibition about Ferretti's work is currently showing in Rome
  • Ferretti has won three Academy Awards for Best Art Direction
  • He has collaborated with directors Martin Scorsese, Federico Fellini, and Tim Burton
  • The exhibition features set designs, sketches, and models from his career
  • Ferretti's work appears in over 50 films since the 1970s
  • He has received eight Academy Award nominations total
  • The exhibition provides behind-the-scenes insight into cinema production

Entities

Artists

  • Dante Ferretti
  • Martin Scorsese
  • Federico Fellini
  • Tim Burton
  • Luca Muscarà

Institutions

  • ARTE.it
  • Academy Awards
  • Art Directors Guild
  • BAFTA
  • Registro della Stampa
  • Tribunale di Roma

Locations

  • Rome
  • Italy

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