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Tornatore’s Brunello Cucinelli Portrait Opens in Italy After Cinecittà Premiere

The hybrid docudrama presents the designer’s ethos as a deliberate act of legacy building.

Overview

  • Italian theatrical rollout begins December 9 with a U.S. release planned for 2026.
  • The Rome world premiere at Cinecittà drew about 1,000 guests, from international celebrities to Italian political leaders.
  • Attendees included Jessica Chastain, Jeff Goldblum, Ava DuVernay, Jonathan Bailey, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and former prime minister Mario Draghi.
  • Director Giuseppe Tornatore characterizes the film as an experimental blend of documentary, feature and commercial, with a score by Oscar-winner Nicola Piovani.
  • Early coverage singles out Saul Nanni as the standout portraying the young Cucinelli, as the designer signals he will actively promote the film to shape how his story is remembered.