A24’s latest offering takes us overseas to all that Italy has to offer. More specifically, the city of Naples is in focus for the gorgeously crafted feature Parthenope, written and directed by Oscar-winner Paolo Sorrentino (The Great Beauty). Maybe you’ve seen some of the film’s promotional material, which consistently centers on the beautiful eponymous heroine. Yes, her fictional life-spanning journey is the central story at hand. And while two hours of simply watching rising-star Italian actress Celeste Dalla Porta might just be enough for some, Sorrentino will tell you firsthand that his film is about much more than that.
The Oscar-winning Italian filmmaker spoke to MovieWeb amid the release of ‘Parthenope’ and stresses it’s not just a showcase of a woman’s beauty. Read More