The 71st edition of the Taormina Film Festival, directed by Tiziana Rocca, will take place from June 10th to 14th, 2025, with submissions opening on March 14th. The festival is structured into three sections: the International Feature Film Competition, Out of Competition, and Special Events at the Ancient Theatre.
The official poster for this edition pays tribute to Giuseppe Tornatore's film 'Malèna,' distributed by Medusa Film, commemorating the 25th anniversary of its release. Tiziana Rocca expressed pride in dedicating the festival's poster to this iconic Italian film, celebrating Tornatore's work, Monica Bellucci's beauty, and the timeless story.
The International Competition is open to feature films completed after October 1, 2024, presented as Italian premieres. An international jury will award prizes for Best Film, Best Actress, and Best Actor. The Out of Competition section accepts feature films, documentaries, and short films completed after October 1, 2024, also as Italian premieres. Submissions are open from March 14th to May 27th, 2025, via the festival's official website. This year's festival promises to be a memorable celebration of Italian cinema.