Roberto Rossellini

Master of Italian neorealism, Roberto Rossellini was born in 1906 in Rome, Italy, and directed films actively from 1936 until his passing in 1977. Known for his work in the drama and war genres, his most famous films include "Rome, Open City" and "Paisan," both of which played a pivotal role in defining the Italian Neorealism movement, with "Rome, Open City" winning the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Rossellini's authorial style was characterized by his attachment to realism, often using non-professional actors and shooting on location to give an authentic feel to his films.

Roberto Rossellini, with his deeply humanistic vision and unflinching honesty, forever changed the landscape of cinema, challenging audiences to confront the realities of life and war.