SPECIAL SCREENING OF STROMBOLI Directed by Roberto Rossellini
Schedule
Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 am
UTC-05:00Location
THE HEIGHTS THEATER: 3951 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421 | Minneapolis, MN
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The Italian Cultural Center and The Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis / St. Paul, in partnership with the historic Heights Theater, proudly present a special screening of Stromboli, directed by Roberto Rossellini, in celebration of the Center’s 20th Anniversary.Stromboli holds a special place in the Italian Cultural Center’s history, it was the very first film ever screened. This milestone occasion is dedicated to Massimo and Anna Bonavita, cofounders of the Italian Cultural Center and the Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis / St. Paul, honoring their vision and enduring contribution to the arts and cultural fabric of the Twin Cities.
SPECIAL GUESTS
Alessandro Rossellini, grandson of Roberto Rossellini and director of the documentary The Rossellinis, will connect live from Italy for the Q&A.
Richard Peña, Emeritus Professor, Columbia University and Director Emeritus, New York Film Festival, and distinguished guest at the recent 17th Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis / St. Paul, will introduce Stromboli, provide a post-screening analysis and lead the Q&A.
Tommaso Cammarano, Artistic Director of The Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis / St. Paul.
SCHEDULE
6:00 PM: Live Organist + Welcome Drink (NA)
6:30 PM: Introduction by Richard Peña
6:45 PM: Screening of Stromboli followed by a post-screening analysis and Q&A with Richard Peña, Alessandro Rossellini, and Tommaso Cammarano.
Discount available for ICC members. Watch for the newsletter or contact [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
THE HEIGHTS THEATER: 3951 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421, 3951 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55421-3932, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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