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Sara Furio: An American in Rome
The importance of embracing cultural humility in the entertainment industry to engage with global audiences Don’t let her name fool you. Sara, born and raised in Chicago by her Italian immigrant parents, now calls Rome [...]
Guja Quaranta: A Life Between Hollywood and Italy
A Journey from Creative Roots to International Productions Guja Quaranta just returned to Los Angeles after a shoot. An experienced producer in film, theatre, television, and advertising, she knows the ins and outs of packing [...]
Hollywood Before and After Streamers: A Conversation with Gary Marenzi
Gary Marenzi knows Hollywood like the back of his hand. Originally from the San Francisco area, where he graduated from Stanford University, he has been living and working in Los Angeles for many decades. Marenzi [...]
Massimiliano Narciso, Lead Character Designer at Netflix and Oscar winner
Italy didn't win the Oscar, but an Italian did. Massimiliano Narciso is the character designer of "War is Over "- inspired by the music of John & Yoko, which won the award for Best Animated [...]
Gianfranco Cordara
Gianfranco Cordara is a journalist, writer, and media executive with years of experience in the entertainment industry. He recently served as VP of Global Content Operations for Disney+. Before that, he was the Head [...]
In Conversation with Federico Francioni
Meet Federico Francioni, the Head of the Digital Ecosystem for Meta, the powerhouse behind Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and, more recently, Quest devices and Threads. Born in Arezzo in 1982, Federico has an impressive background [...]
Hollywood, Representation, and Change: A Conversation with Madeline Di Nonno
For two decades, the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media has been at the forefront of advocating for on-screen representation. President and CEO Madeline Di Nonno has spent over 30 years in the entertainment industry, leading initiatives that promote equity and representation. Under her leadership, the Institute has conducted groundbreaking research, influencing Hollywood to create more inclusive content. "The goal always has been to educate the business instead of the public," and significant progress has been made. Can you [...]
Interview with Dario Di Zanni
Dario Di Zanni is a serial entrepreneur and product manager with significant experience in the interactive entertainment sector. He co-founded Kinetic Energy and previously worked for companies such as Disney and AMC. Throughout his career, he has contributed to the development of digital and physical products, including Disney's first direct-to-consumer product, laying the foundation for numerous successful digital businesses. Dario, you started your career managing marketing roles and driving growth in the Italian publishing industry at Mondadori. How did [...]
Stefania Ippoliti President Of Tuscany Film Commission
Stefania Ippoliti, born in Florence, pursued her legal studies in her hometown and currently resides there while working. Since 2006, she has spearheaded the Cinema division and the implementation of regional policies for audiovisual production at Mediateca Toscana's Film Commission. Formerly Italian Film Commission president, she now serves as the head of the Tuscany Film Commission. Over the past two decades, local Film Commissions have emerged as indispensable tools for Italian and international content production. They offer crucial support, locations, [...]
Interview with Maura Delpero
Maura Delpero, an Italian director and screenwriter, is one of the most compelling voices in contemporary cinema. Her latest film, Vermiglio, has been nominated for Best Non-English Film at the Golden Globes. We met her in Los Angeles just days before the announcement, where she was promoting Vermiglio, Italy's official submission for the 2025 Oscars in the Best International Feature Film category. With a career marked by prestigious awards, including the Grand Jury Prize at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, [...]
