CinemaItaliaUK Unveils New Streaming Platform
British independent film lovers will soon have a new way to enjoy Italian cinema classics and contemporary gems, with the launch of CinemaItaliaUK Player, a streaming platform dedicated to the best of Italian cinema.
The platform, which will go live on December 15, will feature a carefully curated selection of 21 films from CultFilms, a British independent label specializing in art house classics and influential titles. Genres will range from Italian classics to gialli, spaghetti westerns, contemporary dramas, and documentaries, offering something for all audiences.
Directors featured on the platform include Dario Argento, Michelangelo Antonioni, Federico Fellini, Ettore Scola, Vittorio De Sica, Marco Ferreri, Gillo Pontecorvo, Damiano Damiani, Sergio Corbucci, Enzo G. Castellari, Lucio Fulci, Michael Radford, Luca Guadagnino, and Luca Rea. Full details of the line-up, including trailers, can be found at:
https://www.mymovies.it/ondemand/italiauk/preview.php?preview=si
Founded in 2014, CinemaItaliaUK is a registered charity dedicated to raising awareness of Italian culture and cinema. The organization has been showcasing a selection of the best Italian films at venues in London, including the Garden Cinema and Riverside Studios.
CinemaItaliaUK’s screenings are typically held monthly and are often followed by Q&A sessions with visiting filmmakers. These sessions provide an opportunity for audiences to engage in insightful discussions and gain a deeper appreciation of Italian cinema.
CinemaItaliaUK is planning to run an Italian classics programme as a regular fixture on its calendar, encouraging a new generation of audiences to discover these cinematic treasures.
CultFilms is a British independent distributor known for its commitment to releasing art house classics and influential titles in the UK. The label offers a carefully curated collection of films spanning from classic to contemporary cinema, available on Blu-ray, online, and through streaming services such as Amazon, Apple, and BFI.
CultFilms meticulously remasters its releases and presents them in high definition, breathing new life into iconic masterpieces and well-loved film classics. The label also includes insightful bonus features, interviews, and exclusive content, ensuring a more engaging experience for audiences.
Link to CinemaItaliaUK Player:
https://www.cinemaitaliauk.co.uk/cinemaitaliauk-player (Please note that the link will go live on December 15)
Elena Leo is the Arts & Lifestyle Editor of Ikon London Magazine.
