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Eight competing short films and a commitment to the environment
The Movieboli Film Festival 2024 concluded with great success, showcasing eight short films focused on environmental themes and climate change. On August 23 and 24, audiences were treated to works like La voce del fiume and Lettera al mio albero, all sharing a deep ecological message. The feature films screened, including Wall-e and Capri Revolution, also followed this environmental theme, highlighting the importance of sustainability.
Exceptional guests and unforgettable moments
Each evening of the festival featured distinguished guests. On August 23, the Sant’Antonio arena hosted Adrian Fartade, a renowned science communicator who captivated the audience with his insights into our planet’s evolution. The following evening, Vincenzo Nemolato, a theater and film actor, shared his professional experiences in an informal and engaging atmosphere. The event concluded with the interactive show Entropy for Life by Giacomo Moro Mauretto, exploring biology and science, leaving the audience with a newfound curiosity.
Awards and recognition
The festival’s final night saw the awarding of the best short films in competition. Seydu Sarr, star of Matteo Garrone’s Io capitano, presented the award for Best Acting Performance to the Turkish short film Son Fide. The Audience Award went to Lithium, directed by Alessandro Stelmasiov, while the winner of the second edition of the Movieboli Film Festival was Novavita, directed by Bruno Sorrentino and Antonio Genovese of Turtle Studios.
An ambitious festival with a promising future
This year, the Movieboli Film Festival demonstrated great ambition, thanks to the work of the association led by Mattia Maioriello and supported by a dedicated team. With high-profile guests and a carefully curated film selection, the festival reached new heights and is set to grow even further in the future. This is just the beginning of a journey that promises to bring cinema and environmental awareness to the forefront.
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