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#SHOWBIZ: 6 contemporary cinematic gems mark Italian Screens festival in KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Italian cinema returns to Malaysia this September with Italian Screens, a three-weekend festival bringing six modern Italian films to the Klang Valley.

#SHOWBIZ: 6 contemporary cinematic gems mark Italian Screens festival in KL

Italian cinema returns to Malaysia this September with the Italian Screens festival, a three-weekend event showcasing six modern Italian films in Klang Valley. The festival, presented by the Embassy of Italy in Kuala Lumpur alongside Cinecittà and GSC International Screens, is backed by the Italian Ministry of Culture and Foreign Affairs.

The curated line-up includes a mix of comedy, drama, and family tales, offering a glimpse into contemporary Italian storytelling. The festival aims to share Italian stories worldwide and build cultural ties, with the official launch at GSC Mid Valley seeing a full house of media representatives and diplomats.

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