"Bella Ciao – For Freedom" with director Giulia Giapponesi

"Bella Ciao is more than just a song. It's a universal symbol that continues to speak of rights and freedom, beyond borders and time." — Giulia Giapponesi

An unmissable event for cinema, history, and music enthusiasts: Bella Ciao – For Freedom, the documentary by Giulia Giapponesi, traces the history and universal significance of Bella Ciao, a song that has become a global symbol of resistance and freedom, crossing borders and generations. Following the screening, Giulia Giapponesi will engage in a conversation with the audience, offering a unique opportunity to explore the documentary’s behind-the-scenes and delve into the cultural and musical journey that Bella Ciao represents. Join us for an emotional experience and a reflection on timely issues such as freedom, memory, and the power of collective resistance.

Giulia Giapponesi

A director and screenwriter, Giulia Giapponesi uses documentary filmmaking to inspire, educate, and engage audiences on themes such as social justice, human rights, and art. In addition to Bella Ciao – For Freedom —which was watched by over 900,000 viewers on RAI 3 prime time and selected by major international festivals, including IDFA 2022 and FIPADOC 2024—she directed Quel dolore non è immobile (2023), a documentary on the tragic events of the 1980 Bologna massacre, and Guercino – Uno su Cento, the second episode of the anthology series La Scuola Emiliana, which began in 2019 with Carracci – La Rivoluzione Silenziosa, an award-winning film in both Italy and abroad.