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From the conservative towns of Sicily to the progressive pockets of Milan, these stories are as diverse as Italy itself.

  • Gianni Amelio’s films explore working-class masculinity and sexual repression.

Meanwhile, filmmakers like Sebastiano Riso and Adele Tulli are expanding transgender representation, bringing depth and authenticity to a space long overlooked.

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The role of Festivals: building community and visibility

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…create platforms for emerging and established voices, building bridges between Italian and global queer cinema.

It was not just about two guys separating after a long term relationship and one of them going through his "sl*t phase" after the divorce. It's obvious the attractive cast were picked for their looks and not their acting abilities though the screenplay does provide a few laugh-out-loud moments. Needing shelter and income, he rents from Denis and works at Luca's bakery while studying pastry-making, regaining independence along the way.

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    Top notch acting and witty examination of the gay dating scene and how it infiltrates relationships.

    The lead actor is a standout in this funny, often irreverent, story about a house husband who's partner gets itchy feet and dumps him for someone else.

    In short, nothing looked forced, everything happening at their own time.

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    Mascarpone

    Original title: Maschile singolare

    Antonio, a dependent househusband, faces upheaval when his spouse leaves. With this movie I was able to get the full picture.

    Antonio has a happy life with husband until one day he learns his husband didn't feel the same way. Through films, articles, and in-class discussions, we explore how Italy’s LGBTQ+ communities contribute to its contemporary identity.

    Whether you’re a cinephile, an LGBTQ+ ally, or someone exploring Italian for the first time, engaging with queer Italian cinema offers a deeper, more inclusive understanding of the country.

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    "Il cinema è uno dei pochi luoghi dove possiamo ancora raccontare verità scomode."
    (Cinema is one of the few places where we can still tell uncomfortable truths.)

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    On the one hand, too explicit for mass consumption and on the other too coy, (no full frontals), for its intended audience so it's unlikely to find a market.

    There were some losses but also finding the life he wanted.

    Antonio, Denis, Luca, Cristina, and Thomas are all fun characters. Not bad exactly, just a bit ho-hum.

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    An Unmarried Gay Man

    Totally enjoyed this romp of a young gay man finding himself dumped by his lover and having to build a new life.

    That's the beauty of this movie.

    Every actor played their roles so naturally, it felt so normal, believable, be it Antonio's confusion, agony, sl*t phase, misery, Luca's flirting, jealousy, sadness or Denis with his flamboyant attitude but sensitive at the same time. This could have been a relationship between a man and a woman, and the impact would have been same.

    What little spare time he has he spends baking and looking for the perfect Mascarpone recipe until finally he realizes....

    Well, that would be telling, wouldn't it. Needing shelter and income, he rents from Denis and works at Luca's bakery while studying pastry-making, regaining i... Read allAntonio, a dependent househusband, faces upheaval when his spouse leaves.

    I get distracted and miss a lot of things because I missed reading something. It reflects an Italy that is complex, contradictory, and evolving.

    Why this matters at Istituto Italiano Scuola

    At Istituto Italiano Scuola, we believe understanding Italian culture includes recognizing the voices often left out of mainstream narratives.

    Needing shelter and income, he rents from Denis and works at Luca's bakery while studying pastry-making, regaining independence along the way.Antonio, a dependent househusband, faces upheaval when his spouse leaves. That’s why we bring stories like these into the classroom—so our students don’t just learn Italian; they experience the diverse voices shaping modern Italy.

    Post-War to the 1970s: quiet resistance and subtextual boldness

    Italian cinema’s earliest queer moments were often coded, shaped by censorship and societal repression.

    In the end, what remains is a stalwart screenplay that is not just entertaining, but also one that makes you think about your own choices along the way.

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    You Need To Find Yourself Before You Start Looking For Love

    We all need a Denis in our lives to tell us to find ourselves and grow up first before trying to settle for someone wrong, because if we are busy to be someone else, then who would be us !

    A beautiful story of life, relationship, heartbreak, friendship.

    The story kept reminding me of AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, but this time with a gay perspective. These festivals are also part of the cultural conversation we highlight in our advanced language and culture courses at IIS.

    Italy in transition: contradictions and creative resilience

    Despite progress, Italy still ranks behind many EU countries in LGBTQ+ rights.

    Due to its historical preeminence in Cinema, Italy owns probably the greatest film about same sex love, DEATH ON VENICE, plus other masterpieces thanks to iconic directors such as Visconti, Pasolini, Fellini, De Sica, Cavani, Scola, Samperi and most recently Garrone and Guadagnino. Discover how LGBTQ+ stories reflect Italy’s cultural identity and inspire deeper understanding at Istituto Italiano Scuola.

    Italian queer cinema: where identity meets culture

    In a country steeped in Catholic tradition and tight-knit family values, queer Italian cinema has emerged as a powerful vehicle for cultural dialogue and change.

    For the rest of the movie he's basically having sex with a number of handsome hunks presumably in the hope that one of them will turn out to be Mr. Right. Will he regret it?

    And so Antonio is forced to move out and rent a room with a free spirited twink who is wiser than his years and outrageous too.

    What unfolds is that re-reckoning many have to do with the dating scene and apps after a relationship ends.

    The story is funny and well paced with many smart observational jibes at the transitory nature of gay relationships and the unfulfilling side of hookup culture.

    The acting is very good indeed and the cast is gorgeous.