Liliana Cavani

Liliana Cavani is an esteemed Italian film director and screenwriter, renowned for her contributions to cinema, particularly in the realm of art-house films. Born in 1933, she gained international acclaim for works such as 'The Night Porter' ('Portiere di notte') and her trilogy on St. Francis of Assisi. A prominent figure in Italian cinema, Cavani's films often explore complex themes of morality and the human condition. In 2023, she was honored with the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Film Festival, a recognition of her enduring impact on the film industry. Recently, she has been in the news advocating for the preservation of movie theaters in Rome, emphasizing the social and cultural importance of communal film viewing.