Sorrentino's 'La grazia' arrives in Italian cinemas January 15

Paolo Sorrentino's new film 'La grazia' will be released in Italian cinemas on January 15, distributed by Piper Film. The film had preview matinée screenings between Christmas and Epiphany. Starring Toni Servillo as fictional President of the Republic Mariano De Santis and Anna Ferzetti as his daughter Dorotea, the story follows the last months of his mandate at the Quirinale. Sorrentino described the character as not inspired by any real president but embodying qualities of figures like Mattarella, Napolitano, Ciampi, or Scalfaro. The film was shot in Rome and Turin, using locations such as Castello del Valentino, Palazzo Chiablese, Accademia delle Scienze, Museo Egizio, and Castello di Moncalieri. The director's approach is notably restrained, a departure from his earlier baroque style, reminiscent of 'È stata la mano di Dio'. The film explores themes of political vocation, responsibility, and moral grace.