Masterclass – April 30 at 10 a.m. at Cinema Raffaello
The educational journey of the Academy students, who have worked alongside costume designers Francesca and Roberta, reaches its climax with an exceptional masterclass dedicated to exploring the professions of the silver screen. Following an intense period of creative work in the classroom and school workshops, costume designers Francesca and Roberta Vecchi conclude their teaching cycle by opening a dialogue on the crucial role of stage costumes. Joining them for this final presentation is actress Marianna Fontana: together, they will investigate how the costume department and acting performance merge to give substance to complex and urgent themes such as mental health. This encounter explores how a character’s visual identity can transform into a powerful narrative tool, capable of giving voice to the deepest fragilities and nuances of the human psyche.
Marianna Fontana A revelation of auteur cinema since her dazzling debut in Indivisibili, Marianna Fontana has built a career marked by intense roles and prestigious accolades, including the Nastro d’Argento and multiple David di Donatello nominations. Directed by masters such as Mario Martone (Capri-Revolution) and Matteo Rovere (Romulus), through to her recent acclaimed performances in La seconda vita and Luce, the actress stands out for her extraordinary psychological depth and magnetic stage presence. Her ability to embody complex characters confirms her as one of the most versatile and authentic performers in the contemporary cinematic landscape.
