Taormina
- Aug 23
Leo Gullotta alleges political exclusion from Taormina Arte theatre awards gala
Actor Leo Gullotta stated he was dropped from the 50th-anniversary Taormina theatre awards due to regional political interference, while festival organizers cited a selection among 100 candidates.
- Jun 14
Russell Crowe at Taormina Film Fest: 'I was crazy on Gladiator set,' praises Italian singer Ultimo
Russell Crowe received a lifetime achievement award at the Taormina Film Festival, where he discussed his intense Gladiator shoot, revealed pressure from Hollywood to add a sex scene, and praised Italian singer-songwriter Ultimo.
- Jun 13
Giancarlo Giannini backs De Gregori's call for artists to avoid political statements, as 'Baracoa' screens at Taormina
At the 72nd Taormina Film Festival, Italian screen legend Giancarlo Giannini agreed with singer-songwriter Francesco De Gregori that actors and musicians should refrain from political commentary, while presenting the Cuban-set road movie 'Baracoa' and receiving a lifetime achievement award.
