The Dante Alighieri Society of Johannesburg, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria, invites you to a special screening of “Volevo Nascondermi” (Hidden Away), directed by Giorgio Diritti.
This captivating film tells the story of Antonio Ligabue, a revolutionary Italian artist whose life was marked by struggle and genius.
Date: Friday, 11 April 2025
Location: Società Dante Alighieri, 62A Houghton Drive, Houghton Estate
Entry: Free (Bookings essential)
Movie Night: “Volevo Nascondermi” – Cape Town
UCT, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria and Giovani Italo Sudafricani di Cape Town, invites you to a special screening of “Volevo Nascondermi” (Hidden Away), directed by Giorgio Diritti.
Date: Friday, 25 April 2025
Time: 6:00 for 6:30 PM
Location: Beattie Building, Room 106 – UCT
Entry: Free (Bookings essential)
The screening will be in Italian with English subtitles.
About the movie:
“Volevo Nascondermi” explores the life of Antonio Ligabue, a man who overcame immense personal hardships to find solace and self-expression through art.
The film beautifully portrays Ligabue’s transformation from a marginalized individual to an acclaimed artist.
Through Elio Germano’s powerful performance and Giorgio Diritti’s insightful direction, this film offers an authentic and touching look at the visionary behind the artwork.
Food & Drinks:
The Parks Fresh Produce & Pizzeria will be on-site with their mobile food truck, selling freshly baked stone oven pizza, craft gin for the ladies, draft beer on tap for the gents, cold drinks, popcorn, snacks, and more!
Don’t miss out on this remarkable evening celebrating art, culture, and the life of a unique artist.
We look forward to seeing you there!