E25 • The Right Way Is Usually The Hard Way • VALERIO MASTANDREA, dir. of ‘Feeling Better’ at the Venice Int. Film Festival

Past Present Feature with Marcus Mizelle

In this conversation, Valerio Mastandrea discusses his film 'Feeling Better', which premiered at the Venice Film Festival. The film thematically explores love, emotional awakening, and authenticity within the creative process. Past cinema inspirations include Sofia Coppola’s ‘Lost in Translation’.

Valerio reflects on his transition from acting to directing, the need for bravery in choosing film roles, the significance of audience connection, and the communal experience of watching films. Also discussed is the importance of collaboration in cinema, and the challenges faced in the Italian film industry, which faces practical challenges but has artistic potential.

Valerio enjoys engaging with audiences to understand their reactions, finds joy in learning, and dedicates his new film ‘Feeling Better’ to his father, who embodied love.
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Capitole

1. E25 • The Right Way Is Usually The Hard Way • VALERIO MASTANDREA, dir. of ‘Feeling Better’ at the Venice Int. Film Festival (00:00:00)

2. Past Present Feature, Hosted by Marcus Mizelle (00:00:01)

3. Introducing Filmmaker Valerio Mastandrea, dir. of 'Feeling Better' (00:00:19)

4. Exploring Love and Metaphor in Film (00:04:59)

5. Transitioning from Acting to Directing (00:07:50)

6. The Art of Collaboration in Filmmaking (00:11:04)

7. Challenges and Highlights of Filming (00:13:57)

8. The Importance of Audience Connection (00:16:51)

9. Navigating the Italian Cinema Landscape (00:19:41)

10. Reflections on Filmmaking and Personal Growth (00:23:06)

11. Past Inspo: 'Lost In Translation' dir. by Sofia Coppola (00:25:36)

12. Filmmaking Advice: The Hardest Way is the Right Way (00:26:22)