Exploring the Intersections of Age and Gender in European Cinema: film series presented by the Università degli Studi di Udine

We are excited to present a compelling film series hosted by the Università degli Studi di Udine, as an integral part of our AGE-C research initiative on Ageing and Gender in European Cinema.

This series, titled “Generi di Età” (Genres of Age), delves into contemporary European cinema with a focus on how age and gender are portrayed and intersected across various narratives.

Starting May 15 at the Cinema Visionario in Udine, the series kicks off with the UK film “Il piacere è tutto mio” (2022), directed by Sophie Hyde and featuring Emma Thompson and Daryl McCormack. This event will be introduced by Prof. Roberto Pinton alongside Prof. Laura Casella and Prof. Linda Borean, highlighting our commitment to discussions around gender equality and aging.

The series continues with “Astolfo” (2022), an Italian film directed by and starring Gianni Di Gregorio, alongside Stefania Sandrelli. This screening, taking place on May 22 at the Auditorium Carlo Sgorlon, will feature introductions from Prof. Francesco Pitassio, a key member of our AGE-C project, and Prof. Carlo Pucillo, focusing on active aging within cinema.

On May 29, also at the Auditorium Carlo Sgorlon, we present “C’è un soffio di vita soltanto” (2022), a collaborative work between Italy and Germany directed by Matteo Botrugno and Daniele Coluccini, featuring Lucy Salani. This screening will be introduced by Dr. Gloria Dagnino and Prof. Valeria Filì, further exploring the cinematic representation of aging and gender.

The final film in the series, “La casa sul mare” (2017), a French drama directed by Robert Guédiguian, will be shown on June 5. The film features Ariane Ascaride and Jean-Pierre Darroussin and will be introduced by Prof. Roberta Altin and Prof. Francesco Pitassio.

This film series is a part of a broader initiative promoted by the Università degli Studi di Udine’s Committee for Equal Opportunities and aims to foster a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding age and gender in cinema. Each screening is an opportunity to engage with the themes central to the AGE-C project and to contribute to the ongoing dialogue about representation in European film.

Admission to all screenings is free, ensuring that these critical discussions are accessible to a wide audience. We invite you to join us in exploring these diverse narratives that challenge, celebrate, and shed new light on the experiences of aging and gender across Europe.

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