The Beautiful Summer

'The Beautiful Summer', written and directed by Laura Luchetti, is the film version of the novel of the same name by Cesare Pavese, which was presented at the 75th edition of the Locarno Film Festival.

The story takes place in 1938 and follows Ginia, a young woman who moves from the Piedmontese countryside to Turin in search of better economic opportunities. However, one of Ginia's greatest aspirations is to find love, something she discovers in Guido, a young painter. Amelia, a woman somewhat older than her, sensual and provocative, introduces her to the artistic environments of the bohemian neighborhoods of Turin. Amelia is very different from everyone Ginia has met and is willing to challenge her certainties. Torn between duty and the discovery of a desire that baffles her, Ginia feels overwhelmed by emotions that she does not dare to name. During her "beautiful summer", she finally gives in to her feelings and celebrates the value of being authentic.

The cast includes Yile Yara Vianello as Ginia, Deva Cassel as Amelia, Nicolas Maupas as Severino, Alessandro Piavani as Guido, Adrien Dewitte as Rodrigues, Cosima Centurioni as Rosa, Gabriele Gasco as Máximo, Andrea Bosca as Dr. Andrea and Anna Bellato as Mrs. Gemma. Filming concluded in October 2022 in Turin.