Direction: Ettore Scola

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Sophia Loren · Marcello Mastroianni · John Vernon · Françoise Berd

Synopsis A Special Day (1977) unfolds against the backdrop of a monumental rally held during Adolf Hitler's visit to Mussolini's Rome in May 1938. The narrative centers around Antonietta and Gabriele, neighbors in the same apartment building who have never crossed...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Nino Manfredi · Vittorio Gassman · Stefania Sandrelli · Stefano Satta Flores

Synopsis We All Loved Each Other So Much (1974) follows the journey of three men, Gianni, Nicola, and Antonio, who form a deep bond during their shared struggle against the Nazis in 1944. Post-war, brimming with hope and dreams, they embark...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Vittorio Gassman · Stefania Sandrelli · Fanny Ardant · Philippe Noiret

Synopsis The Family (1987) is a cinematic journey encapsulated within the confines of a single residence, chronicling the life of Carlo from infancy to old age. The narrative begins with Carlo's baptism, cradled in his grandfather's arms, and concludes with Carlo...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Nino Manfredi · Francesco Anniballi · Maria Bosco · Franco Merli

Synopsis Down and Dirty (1976) was initially released under the Italian title "Brutti, sporchi e cativi," which loosely translates to "ugly, dirty, and mean," reflecting the grimy, lower-class milieu of Ettore Scola's film. The narrative focuses on a particularly unsavory Roman...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Étienne Guichard · Régis Bouquet · Francesco De Rosa · Arnault LeCarpentier

Synopsis Le bal (1983) unfolds as women gradually enter a dance hall in the year 1983. Men join them, and couples take to the dance floor, revealing their unique personalities. As the dancers' characters evolve, the film journeys through different eras....

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Marcello Mastroianni · Massimo Troisi · Anne Parillaud · Renato Moretti

Synopsis What Time Is It? (1989) follows the emotional journey of a father and son who, after a period of separation, reunite and strive to bridge the gap between them. Through open dialogue, they attempt to address their issues and comprehend...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Marcello Mastroianni · Massimo Troisi · Marina Vlady · Paolo Panelli

Synopsis Splendor (1989) follows the narrative of Jordan (Marcello Mastroianni), the proprietor of a cinema in Italy, affectionately named Splendor. His wife, Chantal (Marina Vlady), manages the cashier duties, while Luigi (Massimo Troisi) operates the projection equipment. The film delves into...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Diego Abatantuono · Sergio Castellitto · Gérard Depardieu · Jean-Claude Brialy

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Claudio Fiori Cencioni · Francesco Cencioni

Synopsis 1943-1997 (S) (1997) follows the harrowing journey of a young child who, in a desperate bid to evade the clutches of the Nazis, seeks sanctuary within the walls of a cinema. The film delves into the child's struggle for survival...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Jean-Louis Barrault · Hanna Schygulla · Marcello Mastroianni · Harvey Keitel

Synopsis That Night in Varennes (1982) unfolds in June 1791, as the renowned but controversial novelist Restif de la Bretonne observes Queen Marie-Antoinette’s lady-in-waiting discreetly departing from Paris. This sighting leads him to believe that King Louis XVI and his family...

Direction Mario Monicelli · Dino Risi · Ettore Scola

Cast Vittorio Gassman · Ornella Muti · Alberto Sordi · Ugo Tognazzi

Synopsis The New Monsters (1977) presents a collection of vignettes that offer a glimpse into the lives and culture of Italy and its inhabitants. One tale centers around an Italian gentleman who, in a Good Samaritan act, aids an injured stranger....

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Ugo Tognazzi · Vittorio Gassman · Marcello Mastroianni · Jean-Louis Trintignant

Synopsis The Terrace (1980) follows the lives of eight central characters and their transformations over time. Set on a terrace where all eight individuals are engaged in conversation, the narrative weaves through flashbacks and flashforwards to explore their past, present, and...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Federico Fellini · Vittorio Viviani · Sergio Rubini · Antonella Attili

Synopsis How Strange to be Named Federico: Scola narrates Fellini (2013) is a heartfelt tribute and personal reflection by Ettore Scola, marking the 20th anniversary of Federico Fellini's passing. This documentary delves into the life and work of the legendary director,...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Rolando Ravello · Alberto Sordi · Isabella Ferrari · André Dussollier

Synopsis Romanzo di un giovane povero (1995) follows the intertwined lives of two unhappy neighbors, young Vincenzo and elderly Mr. Bartoloni. Vincenzo, despite holding an Arts degree, struggles to secure stable employment, leading to a life of frustration and misery. Meanwhile,...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Jack Lemmon · Marcello Mastroianni · Daria Nicolodi · Isa Danieli

Synopsis Macaroni (1985) follows the journey of an American businessman who, after a lengthy absence of four decades, finds himself back in Italy. Upon his return, he uncovers a shocking revelation: his former Italian girlfriend and her sibling have entangled him...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Bernard Giraudeau · Valeria D'Obici · Laura Antonelli · Jean-Louis Trintignant

Synopsis Passion of Love (1981) unfolds in the 1860s, as Giorgio, a young Italian soldier portrayed by Giraudeau, is dispatched to a secluded outpost, distant from his beloved Clara, played by Antonelli. Giorgio finds himself residing in the colonel's house, where...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Fanny Ardant · Stefania Sandrelli · Vittorio Gassman · Giancarlo Giannini

Synopsis The Dinner (1998) unfolds over the course of an evening at a bustling Italian restaurant, where the amiable and easy-going Flora serves as the host. Throughout the night, a diverse array of middle-class patrons—ranging from large groups to solo diners,...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Vittorio Gassman · Sylva Koscina · Eleonora Rossi Drago · Antonella Lualdi

Synopsis Let's Talk About Women (1964) is an Italian comedy film that features Vittorio Gassman in a variety of roles across nine distinct episodes. Gassman portrays an array of characters, ranging from a mischievous prankster to an incarcerated individual, each offering...

Direction Ettore Scola

Cast Alberto Sordi · Michel Simon · Charles Vanel · Claude Dauphin

Direction Ettore Scola

Synopsis The People of Rome (2003) is a heartfelt tribute by renowned Italian director Ettore Scola, celebrating the rich tapestry of humanity that resides in contemporary Rome. This film has been praised as a poignant homage to a city that embraces...