The Italian Cultural Institute in New York presents the first edition of the MedFilm Festival New York, an event dedicated to Mediterranean cinema and culture. This pilot program, directed by Ginella Vocca and curated by Alessandro Zoppo, brings to New York a selection of nine feature and short films over three days, showcasing some of the most significant works from the festival’s recent history. These films explore stories, identities, and contemporary visions of the Mediterranean region, fostering dialogue and cultural exchange.
Program (film synopsis day 2)
4:30 PM – Short Films
- Restare (Remains) by Fabio Bobbio (Italy, 2025, 20’)
- Warsha by Dania Bdeir (Lebanon / France, 2022, 16’)
5:30 PM – Coffee Break
6:00 PM – Feature Film
- My Father’s Diaries by Ado Hasanović (Italy, France | 2024 | 97′)
An autobiographical documentary intertwining personal memory and collective history.
Followed by Q&A with the director Ado Hasanović.
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