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Hibapress-Rabat
From April 23 to 26, 2025, Essaouira vibrated to the bewitching rhythm of Italian cinema during the 3rd edition of the Italian cinema meetings – La Dolce Vita in Mogador. Under the artistic direction of Laura Delli Colli and Giorgio Gosetti, this flagship event, orchestrated by the association Essaouira Mogador with the precious support of the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication in Morocco, the Italian Embassy in Morocco, and the Italian Cultural Institute of Rabat, offered a captivating cinematographic immersion and confirmed its essential cultural meeting status Moroccan cultural calendar.
This edition was distinguished by a masterful honor of the Italian directors: 11 of the 13 films presented were the work of women, revealing an artistic wealth and a remarkable sensitivity which deeply touched the public. Confirming the growing enthusiasm observed during the previous edition, the festival attracted a large and enthusiastic audience, with attic rooms testifying to the attraction of the selection. Among the highlights, the moving projection of the new documentary on the Virna Lisi icon and the presentation of the film “Womeness” by Yvonne Sciò, drawing up the inspiring portraits of exceptional women, particularly marked the spirits. True to its vocation of transmission, the festival has renewed its commitment to youth. The Hassania 2 artistic and cultural development establishment welcomed projections dedicated to students daily, enriched with educational guides and exciting masterclass led by cinema professionals. The scenario writing competition, launched upstream, has seen the promising talent of three young winners. The highlight of this commitment, the projection of a short film entirely produced by the students closed the festival on a note of hope and shared creativity.
With a rich and committed programming, stimulating debates and warm meetings, the Dolce Vita in Mogador has, once again, magnificently illustrated its role as a cultural bridge between Italy and Morocco. The festival offered Souiris and visitors a unique and memorable cinematographic experience in the heart of the city of the Alizés, celebrating creativity, intercultural dialogue and the timeless magic of cinema. The Essaouira Mogador association and its partners welcome this bright success and already meet the public for the next edition.
