Television / Movies

“Hellfire and Heresy: Ken Russell’s The Devils and the Fury of Sacred Cinema.”

By Rino Ingenito · 2 days ago

A Deep Dive into Ken Russell’s Most Controversial Film and the Visionary Director Who Dared to Unleash It. Few films in the canon of cinema’s most egregious masterpieces evoke as much awe and disgust as ...

“Heatwave: When Crime, Character, and Two Legends Collided in Michael Mann’s L.A.”

By Rino Ingenito · 2 days ago

Inside the Grit, Grace, and Greatness of Heat, the Definitive Crime Drama That Finally United Pacino and De Niro. Al Pacino is one of the most imposing names in cinema. Pacino’s ability to embrace a ...

The Rise of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: How It All Began and the Technology That Made It Possible.

By Rino Ingenito · 5 days ago

The Rise of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: How It All Began and the Technology That Made It Possible: From comic book fantasies, Marvel films have evolved into cinematic giants that enthral viewers everywhere. Their ascent ...

The Evolution of Cinecittà Studio:

By Rino Ingenito · 1 week ago

From Mussolini’s Propaganda Machine to Hollywood on the Tiber. The Italian film industry has historically relied on Cinecittà, sometimes referred to as the “City of Cinema.” Situated on the outskirts of Rome, this renowned studio ...

Luchino Visconti: The Aristocrat of Cinema:

By Rino Ingenito · 1 week ago

Opulence, Tragedy, and Beauty in Visconti’s Films. In the pantheon of great filmmakers, few names evoke a sense of grandeur and artistic rigor like Luchino Visconti. Known as “The Aristocrat of Cinema,” Visconti’s works are ...

Why Italian Cinema Still Resonates Globally.

By Rino Ingenito · 1 week ago

Timeless Themes and Universal Appeal. One of the most influential film traditions in the world, Italian cinema has a long history of invention, narrative, and cultural expression. From the Neorealist Golden Age to modern productions, ...

Pier Paolo Pasolini’s Radical Vision.

By Rino Ingenito · 1 week ago

The Timeless Relevance of Pasolini’s Vision. Few filmmakers and writers have left as indelible a mark on the cultural and political landscape as Pier Paolo Pasolini. Born in Bologna, Italy, in 1922, Pasolini was a ...

The Commedia All’Italiana Phenomenon.

By Rino Ingenito · 2 weeks ago

How Comedy Captured the Spirit of Postwar Italy. Following World War II, Italy saw a period of significant change during which social development, economic rebuilding, and political instability shaped the time, creating a complex web ...

The Role of Religion in Italian Film.

By Rino Ingenito · 2 weeks ago

Faith, Morality, and Conflict on the Big Screen. Rooted in a mostly Catholic society, Italian filmmakers have explored the interaction of faith, morality, and personal struggle, so creating stories that connect with audiences worldwide. This ...

True Grit: John Wayne’s Defining Role in the Western Genre.

By Rino Ingenito · 2 weeks ago

How a Legendary Performance and a Timeless Story Cemented a Hollywood Icon’s Legacy. Though there have been many famous Westerns in Hollywood history, few are as cherished as True Grit (1969). The picture, which stars ...