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At the end of December, special screenings of four Mosfilm films were held at the Cavour Congress Center in Rome as part of the "Democracy in Wartime" conference, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazism. The event was organized by the Institute of Russian Culture and Language.
The program included iconic Mosfilm films depicting the cost of war and the heroism of the Soviet people: Andrei Tarkovsky's "Ivan's Childhood" (1962), Nikolai Lebedev's "Star" (2002), Sergei Popov's "Road to Berlin" (2015), and Karen Shakhnazarov's "White Tiger" (2012). The screenings attracted engaged audiences and became one of the forum's highlights.
The conference's special guest was renowned Italian historian and intellectual Professor Angelo D'Orsi. His appearance in the hall was met with a standing ovation, which, according to the Italian newspaper Giornale di Puglia, was an act of solidarity and support. Professor D'Orsi had recently been harshly criticized and censored in academic circles for his views and trip to Russia.
In his speech, the historian, citing classics of world thought, warned Europe of the dangers of sliding into conflict with Russia and artificially creating enemy images. He praised the films presented, noting their emotional power and authenticity. "In these films, I saw what war is really like, and I cried like a lamb," Professor D'Orsi shared his impressions.
The screening of Mosfilm films in the heart of Europe and their profound response among influential intellectuals confirm the enduring artistic and humanistic value of Mosfilm's classical and contemporary legacy. These films continue to speak to audiences in a universal language, reminding them of the lessons of history.
Original article in magazine Giornale di Puglia
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