A Beloved Comedian’s Film on Domestic Abuse Draws Italians, in Droves
Paola Cortellesi’s directorial debut is kindling discussions about domestic violence and women’s rights. It’s also become one of Italy’s highest-grossing films.
An Italian Lakeside Retreat That Embraces Modernity
How members of a storied Milanese family reimagined a glass-walled 1970s house in a style all their own.
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Saudi Arabia Wins Bid to Host World Expo 2030
Winning the rights to host the major global event is a coup for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s efforts to remake the kingdom’s international image.
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Marina Cicogna, Italy’s First Major Female Film Producer, Dies at 89
A countess from an influential Italian family, she charted her own course and produced films by the likes of Pasolini and Zeffirelli.