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Espresso Cinema returns with a pick-me-up hit of Italian cinema this winter!

This exclusive series of Australian Premiere screening events offers fresh, new and acclaimed Italian films, from the Venice Film Festival and beyond. 

The Opening Night this Sunday 29 June is a screening of the Milanese comedy The Story of Frank and Nina,7pm at Cinema Nova, with a complimentary Campari & Soda on arrival!

From the earthy truffles of Piedmont, to the thrilling discovery of a lost Caravaggio, don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the cinematic warmth of these one-off winter screenings.

The programme:

JUNE 29 – The Story of Frank and Nina - An award winner from the Venice Film Festival, this vibrant and dynamic comedy follows three young people in contemporary Milan. 

JULY 20 – Trifole (Truffles) - A visually stunning modern fable set in the Alba white truffle region of Italy, where Londoner Dalia returns to care for her aging grandfather Igor, an expert truffle forager. 

AUGUST 31 – The Sleeper: The Lost Caravaggio In 2021, a painting is appraised at around €1,500. Suddenly, someone sounds the alarm. Could this be a lost work by the great Italian Baroque painter Caravaggio? 

Presented by ABCG film, in conjunction with Cinema Nova and Luna Palace Cinemas, Espresso Cinema is proudly sponsored by Campari and supported by the Italian Business Women’s Network.

MELBOURNE: https://www.cinemanova.com.au/events/espresso-cinema