Italian Film Week 2026 to showcase contemporary cinema in Hanoi

The Italian Embassy in Vietnam, in collaboration with the Rome Asian Film Festival, has announced the Italian Film Week 2026. The event will showcase six contemporary Italian films to the public in Hanoi.

Scheduled from October 27 to November 1, 2026, the screenings will take place daily at 7:30 PM at the National Cinema Center on Lang Ha Street. The film lineup includes:

• “La Grazia” (Grace), directed by Oscar winner Paolo Sorrentino, exploring moral and political conflicts. • “Il Maestro” (The Master), a drama about the teacher-student relationship set in 1989. • “Primavera” (Spring), focusing on an artist's desire for freedom. • “Gioia Mia” (My Joy), depicting Sicilian folklore. • “Le Città di Pianura” (The Cities of the Plain), a journey of self-discovery. • “Diamanti” (Diamonds), celebrating female solidarity.

Free tickets are available starting October 20 at Casa Italia in Hanoi. The event aims to foster cultural exchange and introduce both classic and modern Italian cinematic talent to Vietnamese audiences.