Join us at the Adelaide Italian Festival for an intriguing showcase of Italian short films, featuring two exceptional works that explore deep and thought-provoking themes.

Featured Films:

“Il buio davanti”
This powerful film tells the story of Lisa, a young girl blinded by her father’s violence during the murder of her mother. Now running an investigative podcast amidst widespread distrust, Lisa finds herself increasingly successful. This poignant short film addresses the theme of violence against women and has garnered significant acclaim, including:

• Best Mystery Film at the Golden FEMI Film Festival
• Finalist at ORION International Film Festival 2024
• Semi-Finalist at Madrid Arthouse Film Festival 2024, Chicago Filmmaker Festival 2024
• Official Selections at Directors Circle Festival of Shorts 2023 and Lift-Off Filmmaker Session 2023

“L’allarme”
In this thought-provoking film, friends and co-workers Vittoria, Jim, and Francesco lead monotonous lives dictated by an alienating workplace. Their only escape is through brief, virtual vacations provided by the Dream Sol Holidays agency, where AI technology offers a temporary escape from their reality. “L’allarme” will be presented at the prestigious 81st Venice International Film Festival.

Special Feature:
Both films are written by Fabrizio Capigatti, who will join us for a discussion after the screenings, providing insights into the making of these impactful stories.