{
  "id": 13172422,
  "title": "Pia Miranda says a Looking for Alibrandi reboot is 'definitely around'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/pia-miranda-says-a-looking-for-alibrandi-reboot-is-definitely-around",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T18:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-10/pia-miranda-looking-for-alibrandi-food-recipe-of-the-year/107206842"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pia Miranda, the beloved lead of the 1993 film \"Looking for Alibrandi,\" has expressed her excitement for a potential reboot of the beloved classic. The film, based on Melina Marchetta's 1992 novel, has been widely praised for its exploration of the challenges faced by young, non-Anglo characters in Sydney. Miranda, who won an AACTA Award for her portrayal of the fierce and independent Josie Alibrandi, has been a celebrated figure in Australian media since the film's release.\n\nIn a recent interview, Miranda revealed that her love for food and multiculturalism inspired her to host the new cooking series, \"Recipe of the Year.\" The show, which pairs cooking with the celebration of diverse Australian backgrounds, resonates with Miranda's personal experiences growing up as an Italian-Australian in 1980s and 1990s Melbourne. Her connection to the food and cooking of her heritage is deeply ingrained in her childhood memories, where Italian dishes like salami and anchovies were often enjoyed by her family.\n\nReflecting on her role in \"Looking for Alibrandi,\" Miranda noted that the film's enduring legacy transcends its focus on Italian-Australian culture. The story of navigating societal expectations and self-identity resonates with individuals from various cultural backgrounds, reinforcing the film's relevance and timeless message. Despite the challenges faced by actors in the industry, Miranda remains grateful for the opportunity to share her journey and connect with audiences who hold her portrayal of Josie dear. She believes that stories like \"Looking for Alibrandi\" are crucial in fostering empathy and understanding among diverse communities.",
  "summary": "The beloved actor chats identity, food, the hunt for the Recipe of the Year — and a potential sequel to Looking for Alibrandi.",
  "key_points": [
    "Pia Miranda expresses excitement for Looking for Alibrandi reboot.",
    "Miranda won AACTA Award for Josie Alibrandi portrayal.",
    "Cooking series 'Recipe of the Year' reflects her Italian-Australian heritage."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}