Sky Arte Marathon Explores Iconic Italian Film Locations

Sky Arte will air a five-episode marathon on December 6, 2024, showcasing the series 'Italy for Movies,' produced by Erma Pictures for Cinecittà and funded by the DGCA of the Italian Ministry of Culture (MiC). Directed by Max De Carolis and written by Margherita Bordino with Fabio Luzietti and Martina Riva, the series is narrated by film critic Gianni Canova. Each episode explores different Italian film locations, featuring contributions from directors, set designers, screenwriters, writers, photographers, architects, and art experts. The first episode, 'La Città Ideale,' covers Palmanova, Crespi d'Adda, and Tresigallo. 'Mostri e Tarocchi' examines the Parco di Bomarzo, Parco Mediceo di Pratolino, and the Tarot Garden designed by Niki de Saint Phalle. 'Natura d'Incanto' highlights the Dune di Piscinas, Calanchi di Atri, and Bagni di San Filippo. 'Miti e Leggende' visits the Porta Alchemica in Rome and the Abbey of San Galgano in Siena. The final episode, 'Non più invisibili,' focuses on the restoration of the ancient prison on the island of Procida.