One of the most acclaimed directors of our time, Academy Award nominee Martin Scorsese directs and narrates this in-depth exploration of the careers of great Italian filmmakers and their art's profound influence on him.
Scorsese highlights the classics of Italian cinema, from post-war neo-realism to opulent period drama and surrealist fantasy. Illuminated by extended movie-clips and his own impassioned commentary, Scorsese's deeply personal observations offer an absorbing lesson in the history of Italian film, charting its direct connection to the best contemporary filmmaking.