Nicola Piovani: Music and cinema

Experience the evocative power of Italian cinema’s most iconic composer, Nicola Piovani, in this unforgettable concert film, *Nicola Piovani: Music and Cinema*. Few scores are as indelibly linked to the masterpieces they accompany—imagine the haunting beauty of the Taviani brothers' films or Roberto Benigni’s defiant spirit against the backdrop of unimaginable horror, all brought to life by Piovani’s instantly recognizable music. A true legend of world cinema, Nicola Piovani, winner of an Academy Award for his stunning score for *Life is Beautiful*, takes the stage at the historic Herodion, in a captivating collaboration with the Athens State Orchestra. This concert showcases three specially curated orchestral suites, drawn from his most celebrated collaborations with four pillars of Italian cinema: the visionary Taviani brothers, the comedic genius Roberto Benigni, and the incomparable Federico Fellini. Journey through the heart of Italian storytelling with pieces inspired by *Fiorile*, *Il sole anche di notte*, *The Night of San Lorenzo*, *Good Morning Babylonia*, and more. Relive the magic of *Life is Beautiful* and lose yourself in the whimsical and poignant sounds of Fellini's *The Interview*, *The Voice of the Moon*, and *Ginger and Fred*. This is a rare opportunity to celebrate a lifetime of musical artistry and the enduring legacy of Nicola Piovani.