Pulsar Content has announced that they will be handling the global distribution of Michele Placido’s upcoming film, “Eternal Visionary.” The movie tells the story of Luigi Pirandello, an Italian playwright, novelist, and poet who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1934. In the film, Pirandello is portrayed by Fabrizio Bentivoglio, a renowned Italian actor known for his roles in films like “Loro,” “The Invisible Boy,” and “Human Capital.” Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, a filmmaker and actor, plays Pirandello’s wife, while Federica Luna Vicenti also joins the cast.
The story begins in 1934 as Pirandello is on his way to Stockholm to accept the Nobel Prize. During his journey, he reflects on the significant people who have influenced his life and art. These reflections encompass his wife’s struggles with mental health, his tumultuous relationship with his children, his controversial stance on fascism, and his deep affection for Marta Abba, a young actress who served as his muse.
Michele Placido’s 'Eternal Visionary,' About Italian Nobel Prize Winner Luigi Pirandello, Lands at Pulsar Content for Worldwide Sales (EXCLUSIVE) https://t.co/wnMh2KACF8
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“Eternal Visionary” is currently in post-production and boasts a substantial budget of €12.5 million, which is considered ambitious by Italian standards. Michele Placido, known for the critically acclaimed “Caravaggio’s Shadow,” directs the film. Goldenart Productions, responsible for Placido’s previous work “7 Minutes,” and Gapbusters, the production company behind “Freaks Out,” are the film’s producers. Pulsar Content will present an exclusive promotional reel to potential buyers at the European Film Market in Berlin.
Marie Garrett, co-founder of Pulsar Content, described the film as a journey into the genius of Luigi Pirandello, exploring his thoughts, emotions, and complex aspects of his personality. She emphasized that the footage to be revealed at the European Film Market is impressive and anticipates another successful addition to Michele Placido’s filmmaking career. Source
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