Weekly Dose of Italian Culture #22
Welcome to the 22nd Edition of Weekly Dose of Italian Culture!
This week, we’re unveiling hidden gems from Italy’s artistic and cultural landscape.
Italian Movie of the Week
La commare secca (1962, The Grim Reaper) is Bernardo Bertolucci’s directorial debut. When a woman is killed in a park, the police brings in every suspect to question them. Including the actual killer. In the process, it offers a raw look into the streets of Rome in post-war Italy, capturing everyday encounters with a documentary-like intimacy. Harshly criticized at first, it is now considered a brilliant debut.
Italian Song of the Week
The song of the week is Ciuri Ciuri, a traditional Sicilian folk song, still popular to this day.
Famous Italian of the Week
Gaetano Pesce (b. 1939 - 2024) was a visionary in contemporary design and architecture. His creations, which often blur the line between art and function, have earned him international acclaim for his innovation and dynamism.
Italian City of the Week
Nestled at the foot of the Alps, Torino (Turin) is a city of refined elegance and vibrant culture. Known for its historic cafés, grand boulevards, and impressive baroque architecture, Torino was the first capital of unified Italy in 1861.
Home of Fiat and Alfa Romeo, Torino is also the automotive capital of Italy.
Italian Landmark of the Week
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