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AFI Fest Film Review – Italy’s Oscar Entry ‘Me Captain’ is a Poignant Immigration Tale

People always want to believe that there’s something better to be found somewhere else. In many cases that’s true, especially in war-torn or impoverished countries where opportunities just don’t exist. Yet the journey to another geographical area is sure not to be simple, and if someone doesn’t have the resources to be comfortable at home,…

‘Queen of Italian Cinema’ Monica Vitti dies at 90

Monica Vitti, one of the icons of post-WWII Italian film, has died at the age of 90, accordin  to the Italian culture ministry, which said she was best known for her starring roles in films by Michelangelo Antonioni. Described by one critic as “the high priestess of frosty sensuality, She passed away on Wednesday after…