Editor’s note: This press release was provided by the Picture House Regional Film Center. The Pelham Examiner publishes press releases in the form received as a service to the community.
April 2024 – Bronxville and Pelham, NY – The Picture House Regional Film Center announced today that the Westchester Italian Film Festival will take place the weekend of May 17-19, 2024, in partnership with the Italian American Forum. Opening night, at The Picture House Bronxville, will begin with a dessert reception before a screening of Alejandro Monteverde’s Cabrini and a special in person Q&A with actress Eugenia Forteza.
“The Picture House is thrilled to host once again the Westchester Italian Film Festival,” said Clayton Bushong, Executive Director, The Picture House Regional Film Center. “Over the course of three days, the festival will showcase sixty years of Italian film. From a contemporary gem like Cabrini to a timeless classic such as the 1961 comedy Divorce Italian Style, we have curated an exceptional lineup of films and discussion aimed at engaging and enriching our audiences.”
“The Italian American Forum is proud to partner with The Picture House to bring new and old films to enrich Westchester’s cultural scene,” said Anna Malafronte, Executive Director, Italian American Forum. “This year’s lineup showcases Italian excellence with modern academy nominated and internationally renowned films such as Io Capitano and Cabrini while bringing a nostalgic tone with our favorite classics.”
In addition to Cabrini, highlights of the weekend include an advance screening and Westchester premiere of Marco Bellocchio’s Kidnapped; as well as screenings of Academy-Award Nominated for Best International Film (Italy’s submission) Io Capitano; America’s Last Little Italy: The Hill with a Pre-taped Q&A with Director Joseph Puleo; and a tribute to Italian Comedies like Johnny Stecchino, Pane e cioccolata, and Divorce Italian Style with special discussion led by TPH Film Critic Joe Neumaier.
Italian wine and beer will be available at The Picture House throughout the weekend.
For more information about The Picture House and to purchase tickets, please visit www.thepicturehouse.org, call (914) 738-3161, or email [email protected].
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About The Italian American Forum
The Italian American Forum, one of New York’s most active volunteer, charitable Italian American organizations, is a network of professional business and community leaders who serve as the catalysts where ideas and views on Italian American issues can be exchanged, while supporting worthwhile initiatives dedicated to promoting and preserving the Italian and Italian American heritage. Its core values include celebrating the rich and unique culture of Italians and Italian Americans, who have contributed to civilizations throughout the ages in art, theater, science, medicine, music, literature, film, cuisine, government, law… and beyond. It is dedicated to assisting individuals and families in need, by partnering with experienced, professional organizations. In addition, it actively supports education and cultural programs, working with public, private and parochial schools to expand the opportunities of the next generation to be exposed to our culture and heritage. Learn more about the IAF by visiting iafny.org
About The Picture House Regional Film Center
Housed in two historic theaters from the 1920s, TPH is a thriving regional film center providing dynamic film and education programs to a diverse and multi-generational audience in Westchester County and beyond. Across 5 screens in Pelham and Bronxville, NY, audiences see the best in new, independent, and classic cinema. TPH education programs provide students of all ages with the opportunity to learn about the art, science, and business of film. A mission-driven, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, The Picture House has two locations: The Picture House Pelham is located at 175 Wolfs Lane, Pelham, New York, 10803. The Picture House Bronxville is at 84 Kraft Avenue, Bronxville, NY, 10708. Contact us at www.thepicturehouse.org, [email protected], or (914) 738-3161.
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