# Release of Edoardo Gabbriellini’s film La città dei vivi

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> Updated: 2026-08-09T13:50:19.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The trailer for Edoardo Gabbriellini’s film ‘The City of the Living’ (La città dei vivi) has been released ahead of its debut in the Orizzonti section of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Inspired by Nicola Lagioia’s novel, the drama explores the 2016 murder of Luca Varani in Rome to examine modern social and emotional tensions.

Following the trailer release, it was noted that the film’s preview has sparked social media debate. In addition to its Venice premiere and a scheduled Italian theatrical release on October 1, the film is also set to be presented at the Toronto International Film Festival.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Edoardo Gabbriellini’s film ‘La città dei vivi’ to debut at Venice Film Festival

Edoardo Gabbriellini’s film ‘La città dei vivi’, inspired by Nicola Lagioia’s novel about the 2016 murder of Luca Varani, will premiere in the Orizzonti section at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/edoardo-gabbriellinis-film-la-citt-dei-vivi-to-debut-at-venice-film-festival

### 2026-08-06: Edoardo Gabbriellini's 'The City of the Living' trailer unveiled ahead of Venice Orizzonti debut

Trailer released for Edoardo Gabbriellini’s *The City of the Living*, based on Nicola Lagioia’s novel about Luca Varani’s 2016 murder; will debut in Venice’s Orizzonti competition and open in Italy on 1 Oct, co

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/edoardo-gabbriellinis-the-city-of-the-living-trailer-unveiled-ahead-of-venice-orizzonti-debut

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