Giornate del Cinema Muto concludes 45th edition in Pordenone

The 45th edition of the Giornate del Cinema Muto in Pordenone has concluded, showcasing 250 short and feature films sourced from 67 archives across 19 countries. Directed by Jay Weissberg and presided over by Livio Jacob, the eight-day festival featured live musical accompaniment, masterclasses, book presentations, and lectures, including a costume lecture by Oscar-winning designer Mark Bridges.

The event attracted over 1,000 attendees from 42 different countries. While Italian participants made up 38% of the total, significant international representation came from the United States (13%), the United Kingdom (8%), and Germany (6%), with notable participation from Spain and Japan.

Digital engagement was also high, with over 400 online programming subscribers and 125,000 website visits during the festival period. Key screenings included 'Don Q, Son of Zorro' (1925), the Japanese film 'Una pagina di follia' accompanied by a benshi, and John Ford’s 'The Iron Horse' (1924).