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State Cinemas are delighted to present in association with the Italian Film Festival, an Italian Film Season, a selection of the best of contemporary Italian cinema to Nelson movie goers. This year the programme will be screened entirely at State Cinemas.

A note from Tony Lambert : Director, Italian Film Festival “After 12 consecutive years screening the Italian Film Festival in Nelson I sadly have to say we can no longer manage the event directly. But the great news is that State Cinemas will manage an Italian Film Season in conjunction with the Italian Film Festival. This means there will be little change to the event for the audience. I will not personally be visiting Nelson, and I will miss doing that, but the same films will screen as the other festival centres, together with a move from the Suter Theatre to State Cinemas; a welcome change. So in the end there will be little difference. I am certain that Mark, Wendy and Louise with the rest of the team at State Cinemas will manage the event at least as well as I did. Didn’t they do all the work anyway?” “The selection covers most of the winners of the Italian film industry’s Oscars, the awards. From the multi award winning ‘Long Live Freedom’, showcasing ’s exceptional talents, through ‘Honey’, a powerful first feature from celebrated actress and ‘Salvo’, an exceptional noir, to the clever satirical depiction of the state of Italian politics in ‘Viva l’Italia’. All your favourite actors are represented - , , , Raoul Bova, , , , , , and many, many more. We are thrilled to have programmed the first festival double feature ‘Mr. Volare: The Story of Domenico Modugno Parts 1 & 2’, a tribute to the late, great Domenico Modugno, a filmic event by itself.” Tony Lambert

3 LONG LIVE FREEDOM (viva la liberta) M - Offensive language & nudity 1hr 36min Nov 5 (Gala Opening), 7, 10, 14, 15, 19 *subtitles 2013 Best Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor; Director Roberto Ando’s timely political ‘dramady’ uncannily pres- aged ’s national elections held last year. The story begins with Olivieri (Toni Servillo), the disillusioned leader of a party resembling Italy’s Partito Democratico, who ‘escapes’ in the middle of an elec- tion campaign. Olivieri’s handler, Andrea (Valerio Mastandrea), is left desperate and he convinces Olivieri’s twin, Giovanni (also played by Servillo), a philosophy professor just out of a psychiatric hospital, to masquerade as his brother.

the lithium conspiracy (breve storia di lunghi tradimenti) M - Sex scenes & offensive language 1hr 42min Nov 6, 8, 11, 15, 18 *subtitles A taut thriller in the John Grisham tradition, ‘The Lithium Conspiracy’ is set against a shadowy world of intrigue and corruption. Giulio is a lawyer dealing with the fallout from a company merger while attempting to reunite with his estranged family. Before long, he learns that a salt lake in Queimada contains half the world’s supply of lithium, and that there is a desperate international race to control it. Thrust into a dangerous world of local politics and sinister conglom- erates, Giulio desperately struggles to survive. 4 every blessed day (tutti i santi gioni) M - Sex scenes, offensive language & nudity 1hr 40min Nov 8, 9, 13, 16 *subtitles 2013 Best Song; Nominated Best Actor, Best Actress. A beautiful love story. Guido () is a young man who spends his nights as a hotel porter reading his much-loved classical books. In the morning, he goes home to deliver breakfast in bed and make love to his girlfriend Antonia (Italian pop singer Thony, aka Federica Victoria Caiozzo). After six years together they are still desperately in love, but one thing is missing – a child. Antonia, whose music career is fading, becomes obsessed with form- ing a family, and in doing so endangers her nurturing relationship with Guido.

mr volare: the story of domenico modugno Part 1 & Part 2 M - Sexual references P1: 1hr 50min; P2: 1hr 37min Nov 8, 11, 13, 16 *subtitles A man, a legend. Domenico Modugno (played by Giuseppe Fiorello) charmed the world with his serenading voice, his songs becoming the symbol of Italian grandeur in the ‘60s. Not limiting himself to singing, Modugno boasts a multi-faceted and prolific career. In addition to his music, his foray into the screen world resulted in 44 films and, in 1986, Modugno entered the political arena. This tribute to the late, great Domenico Modugno charts the incred- ible artistic and human journey of a boy from the south of Italy. 5 honey (miele) M - Sex scenes, offensive language & content may disturb Nov 9, 12, 17, 19 1hr 34min *subtitles 2013 winner. 2013 David di Donatello Best Ac- tress, Best First Feature. Irene () is an angel of mercy. Going by the pseudonym Honey, she works under the radar and outside the law, assisting the terminally ill to pass on peacefully and with dignity. She carries out her business with conviction and grace, for which she is paid hand- somely. But when retired architect Carlo (Carlo Cecchi) enlists her services, Irene’s usually fierce code of ethics is put to the test.

salvo M - Violence & offensive language 1hr 44min Nov 12, 14, 17 *subtitles 2013 Cannes Film Festival winner. 4 Visionary Award. A henchman for the Sicilian Mafia, Salvo is solitary, cold and ruthless in this Italian film noir, which won the Critic’s Week Grand Prize at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival. After being ambushed by a rival Mafia clan, and winning the shoot- out, Salvo sneaks into the house of one of the clan’s last members to finish the job. Upon entry he discovers Rita, a beautiful, young blind girl who senses his presence but powerlessly stands by while he as- sassinates her brother. Salvo holds her captive, battling with his duty to dispose of this witness, while his fascination with her grows. 6 viva italy (viva l’italia) M - Sex scenes, offensive language 1hr 48min Nov 7, 9, 13, 16 *subtitles

2013 David di Donatello nominated - Best Supporting Actress, David the Youth Award

When corrupt senator Michele Spagnolo (Michele Placido) suffers a stroke while in bed with a showgirl, the part of his brain that controls his inhibitions is damaged, creating one of a rare and endangered species – the honest politician. So begins ‘Viva Italy’, director Massimiliano Bruno’s second film (after ‘Escort in Love’), a tale that blends family drama with a scathing satire on the state of Italian politics.

the red & the blue (il rosso e il blu) M - Offensive language 1hr 37min Nov 6, 7, 14, 15 *subtitles

2013 David di Donatello nominated - Best Actor. Based on a book by real-life teacher Marco Lodoli, ‘The Red and the Blue’ is a smart, stylish and ultimately affectionate look at life in a modern day high school. Through intersecting stories including a troubled teen romance, an idealistic teacher trying to help disillusioned students and a headmis- tress turned Good Samaritan, director Giuseppe Piccioni introduces to us schoolyard characters teetering between high expectations and overwhelming despair. 7 the landlords (padroni di casa) R13 - Violence & offensive language 1hr 22min Nov 6, 14, 15 *subtitles

2012 Locarno International Film Festival nominated - Golden Leopard. Equal parts drama, comedy and thriller with a sensational cast includ- ing legendary real-life singer Gianni Morandi. Cosimo (Valerio Mastandrea) and Elia () travel from to a remote Apennine mountain village where they have been contracted to rebuild a villa for the retired singer Fausto Mieli (Morandi). With their natural big city arrogance, Cosimo and Elia draw hostility from the locals. The conflict between outsiders and villagers subtly builds to a climax with repercussions for the whole community.

a perfect family (una famiglia perfetta) M - Offensive language 1hr 52min Nov 7, 9, 17 *subtitles 2013 Youth Award, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actress Director Paolo Genovese brings together a stellar ensemble cast and a quirky, amusing look at one man’s desire to create the ideal family. Leone (Sergio Castellitto) is a very wealthy, very lonely man. He de- cides to create a family Christmas by writing a script and hiring pro- fessional actors to play different family members, however everything is thrown into disorder by an unexpected arrival that will ultimately make or break the strange family unit.

8 cosimo & nicole R16 - Violence, offensive language & sex scenes 1hr 42min Nov 11, 15, 18, 19 *subtitles 2012 Rome International Film Festival Best Feature Film. Cosimo (Riccardo Scamarcio) meets beautiful and impulsive French- woman Nicole (Clara Ponsot), and both are swept off their feet. The two begin work organising rock shows for a concert-promoter friend, Paolo However a sudden disastrous on-site accident turns the lives of all three upside down, each forced to question their own mor- als, devotion, and loyalty to one another. ‘Cosimo and Nicole’ combines drama and thriller through its explora- tion of immigration, politics and rock ‘n’ roll. An intense, wild ride.

a five star life (viaggio sola) M - Offensive language 1hr 19min Nov 7, 10, 13, 18 *subtitles 2013 David di Donatello winner - Best Actress; nominated Best Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress Irene (Margherita Buy) spends her life travelling around the world to the best hotels, judging their standards in every fastidious respect while supremely unaware of the glaring imperfections in her own life. Drama and comedy are effortlessly fused in this clever and stylish world-tour of hotels in , Berlin, the Alps, and Marrakesh. But at its heart, director glorifies freedom of choice in all its forms. 9 the worst week of my life (la peggior settinana della mia vita) M - Sexual references 1hr 30min Nov 6, 10, 19 *subtitles A huge box office success in Italy with audiences flocking to see this hilarious comedy. Paolo (Fabio De Luigi), a 40-year-old advertising agent, and Margherita (Cristiana Capotondi), a 30-year-old vet, are in love. Just seven days stand between Paolo and his marriage to the woman of his dreams, but this nightmarish week is one he will never forget. An escalating series of disasters including dead family pets, a comatose grandparent, catering nightmares and a psychotic ex- girlfriend all gather in the lead up to the big day.

women drive me crazy (pazze di me) M - Offensive language & sexual references 1hr 34min Nov 10, 12, 17, 19 *subtitles , director of 2013 festival hit ‘Love is in the Air’, makes a triumphant return this year with yet another hilarious perspective on family, love and relationships. Andrea (Francesco Mandelli) lives as the only man in a house of seven eccentric and overbearing women. Each female has a dominating characteristic, be it an intense hatred of men, a promiscuous tendency, or simple self-obsession. Their inconsiderate antics are the sole reason that, one by one, Andrea’s girlfriends are driven away from him. When Andrea meets the lovely Giulia (Valeria Bilello), he decides to pretend he is an orphan .. but his façade does not hold up long. 10 a special day (un giorno speciale) M - Offensive language & sexual references 1hr 19min Nov 12, 14, 18 *subtitles 2012 nominated - Golden Lion. ‘Roman Holiday’ meets ‘Before Sunrise’ in Francesca Comencini’s charming film about two young people meeting on a significant day in their lives – the first day of their respective new jobs. Gina (Giulia Valentini) is a 19-year-old TV addict who dreams of becoming an actress and is prepared to do anything to succeed, even if it means compromising her dignity. Marco (Filippo Scicchitano) is a young, idealistic chauffeur whose first job is to drive Gina to meet a senator – a meeting that promises to secure her career.

balancing act (gili equilibristi) M - Violence, offensive language & sex scenes 1hr 47min Nov 6, 8, 12, *subtitles 2013 David di Donatello winner - Best Actor. When husband and father of two Giulio (Valerio Mastandrea) upsets his comfortable life by having an affair, his wife Elena (Barbora Bobu- lova) cannot forgive him. Taking full responsibility, Giulio decides to move out, promising that he will continue to support the family financially despite his meagre monthly salary. Giulio plunges deeper and deeper into poverty as he struggles to pay for his separation, borrowing more and more money before hitting rock bottom. Told with irony and humour amid the tragedy, this is a moving film about the thin line between having it all and having nothing. 11 the unlikely prince (il principe abusivo) M - Sexual references 1hr 38min Nov 11, 18 *subtitles 2013 David di Donatello nominated - David the Youth Award. Antonio (Alessandro Siani) is a penniless volunteer who works as a guinea pig for pharmaceutical companies. When he finds himself in the presence of Letizia (Sarah Felberbaum), a beautiful but spoiled princess in search of popularity, he quickly falls head over heels in love with her. But in a world in which the prejudices of the rich towards the poor are rooted and difficult to eradicate, the only way for Antonio to have a chance is to follow the advice of the court chamberlain Anastasio - with hilarious and unpredictable outcomes!. Schedule Gala Opening Wed 5 Nov 2014 Starts 7.00pm at State Cinemas

Tickets $20.00 (includes a welcome drink & goodie bag)

LONG LIVE FREEDOM (viva la liberta) Director Roberto Ando’s timely political ‘dramady’ uncannily presaged Italy’s national elections held last year. The story begins with Olivieri (Toni Servillo), the disillusioned leader of a party who ‘escapes’ in the middle of an election campaign. Olivieri’s handler, Andrea (Valerio Mastandrea), is left desperate and he convinces Ol- ivieri’s twin, Giovanni, a philosophy professor just out of a psychiatric hospital, to masquerade as his brother. Servillo’s consummate performance of twin roles is yet another example of his range and talent. The exceptional cast is comprised of some of Italy’s best actors who embrace their roles wholeheartedly, as they skewer Italy’s political establishment in this gentle yet poign- ant critique.

12 Thu 6 Nov 2014 Thu 13 Nov 2014 Balancing Act 11.00am Every Blessed Day 11.00am The Red And The Blue 1.30pm The Volare Story - P1 1.30pm The Lithium Conspiracy 4.00pm The Volare Story - P2 4.00pm The Worst Week Of My Life 6.15pm A Five Star Life 6.15pm The Landlords 8.20pm Viva Italy 8.20pm Fri 7 Nov 2014 Fri 14 Nov 2014 Viva Italy 11.00am The Red And The Blue 11.00am A Five Star Life .30pm A Special Day 1.30pm A Perfect Family .00pm The Landlords 4.00pm The Red And The Blue 6.15pm Salvo 6.15pm Long Live Freedom 8.20pm Long Live Freedom 8.20pm Sat 8 Nov 2014 Sat 15 Nov 2014 The Landlords 11.00am The Volare Story - P1 11.00am The Volare Story - P2 1.30pm The Lithium Conspiracy 1.30pm Balancing Act 4.00pm Long Live Freedom 4.00pm Every Blessed Day 6.15pm The Red And The Blue 6.15pm The Lithium Conspiracy 8.20pm Cosimo And Nicole 8.20pm Sun 9 Nov 2014 Sun 16 Nov 2014 The Volare Story - P1 1.30pm A Perfect Family 1.30pm Every Blessed Day 4.00pm The Volare Story - P2 4.00pm Honey 6.15pm Every Blessed Day 6.15pm Viva Italy 8.20pm Viva Italy 8.20pm Mon 10 Nov 2014 Mon 17 Nov 2014 The Worst Week Of My Life 1.30pm Honey 1.30pm Women Drive Me Crazy 4.00pm A Perfect Family 4.00pm Long Live Freedom 6.15pm Women Drive Me Crazy 6.15pm A Five Star Life 8.20pm Salvo 8.20pm Tue 11 Nov 2014 Tue 18 Nov 2014 Cosimo And Nicole 11.00am A Five Star Life 11.00am The Volare Story - P1 1.30pm The Unlikely Prince 1.30pm The Volare Story - P2 4.00pm A Special Day 4.00pm The Unlikely Prince 6.15pm Cosimo And Nicole 6.15pm The Lithium Conspiray 8.20pm The Lithium conspiracy 8.20pm Wed 12 Nov 2014 Wed 19 Nov 2014 Salvo 11.00am The Worst Week Of My Life 11.00am Balancing Act 1.30pm Cosimo And Nicole 1.30pm Honey 4.00pm Women Drive Me Crazy 4.00pm A Special Day 6.15pm Honey 6.15pm Women Drive Me Crazy 8.20pm Long Live Freedom 8.20pm

13 Advance Bookings Advance bookings are available for all sessions using your credit card either online at www.statecinemas.co.nz or by phoning 03 548 3885. Tickets are also available for purchase over the counter at State Cinemas Nelson. Pre booked tickets may be collected from our Self Ticketing Kiosks in the foyer.

Session Times A full schedule of the screening times for each day is listed in this flyer and will be advertised in the Nelson Mail daily. Also, the movie session schedule for the next three days will be on the Festival Movie Info Line 548 0808 and updated daily. Please plan to be seated by the advertised start time.

Ticket Prices

Adults $16.00 ($13.00 for sessions beginning before 5pm) Students (photo ID required) $13.00 Senior Citizens (65 years + ) $10.50 Children (under 16) $10.50 Family Pass $42.00 (2xAd & 2xCh or 1xAD & 4xCh)

Location State Cinemas Nelson, 91 Trafalgar Street, Nelson Ph 548 3885 Website: www.statecinemas.co.nz We reluctantly reserve the right to change the advertised programme if absolutely necessary.

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Long Live Freedom (Viva la liberta) 4 The Lithium Conspiracy (Breve storia di lunghi tradimenti) 4

Every Blessed Day (Tutti I santi giorni) 5 Mr Volare: The Story of Domenico Modugno P 1&2 5

Honey (Miele) 6

SalVO 6

Viva Italy (Viva l’Italia) 7

The Red and the Blue (Il rosso e il blu) 7

The Landlords (Padroni di casa) 8

A Perfect Family (Una famiglia perfetta) 8

Cosimo and Nicole (Cosimo e Nicole) 9

A Five Star Life (Viaggio sola) 9

The Worst Week of my Life (La peggior settinana della mia vita) 10

Women Drive me Crazy (Pazze di me) 10

A Special Day (Un giorno speciale) 11

Balancing Act (Gli equilibristi) 11

The Unlikely Prince (Il principe abusivo) 12

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