I like to think of this new edition of N.I.C.E. USA 2024 as another opportunity to discover the expression of new outlooks, new talents and new possibilities for promotion. As always, N.I.C.E. presents a program of auteurs who have made their mark in the history of debut works, keeping an eye on the future and on a cinema committed to telling the story of ongoing transformations, all through the lens of social and political analysis, research and experimentation with languages.

The films selected include works by outstanding first-time directors. 

We begin with Giancarlo Rolandi and Steve Della Casa’s documentary Profondo Argento (Deep Argento), which explores the cinema of master filmmaker Dario Argento. The film was in competition at Sudestival 2024 in Monopoli (Bari), the benchmark of quality Italian cinema in Puglia, which takes place in the beautiful setting of the city of Monopoli. The festival, founded and directed by Michele Suma, is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025.

It then moves on to Gloria!, the story of a young woman fighting for her independence. The program also includes Zamora by Neri Marcorè, a drama that explores themes of identity and belonging. The screenings will be hosted by longtime supporters of the Festival, such as Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò and the Italian Cultural Institute of New York, with support from the Consulate General of Italy and Luce Cinecittà.

Enjoy the shows!

Original language / English subtitles

NEW YORK

Friday 8th November
Casa Italiana Zerilli Marimò – 24 West 12th Street, NY 10011-8604
06:30 PM — PROFONDO ARGENTO / Deep Argento by Steve Della Casa and Giancarlo Rolandi – 65′
Free event with reservation
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Saturday 9th November
Italian Cultural Institute, 686 Park Avenue, NY 10065
02:30 PM — GLORIA! by Margherita Vicario – 106′
Free event with reservation
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Tuesday 12th of November
Casa Italiana Zerilli Marimò – 24 West 12th Street, NY 10011-8604
06:30 PM — ZAMORA by Neri Marcorè – 100′
Free event with reservation
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PHILADELPHIA
Penn Cinema & Media Studies – Rainey Auditorium Penn Museum | Penn Campus

Friday December 6
06:30 PM – THERE’S STILL TOMORROW by Paola Cortellesi – 118′
Free event