As the protagonist of a special masterclass, actress Claudia Gerini will open the 6^th edition of Filming Italy – Los Angeles, presented with the Italian Institute of Culture in Los Angeles and taking place from March 18^th-21^st. Running mostly in streaming mode, the event is organized in collaboration with APA (Association of Audiovisual Producers) and under the auspices of the Consulate General of Italy in L.A.

The festival will be introduced by Silvia Chiave, Consul General of Italy in Los Angeles. Actor Harvey Keitel is Honorary President for the United States. Created and organized by Tiziana Rocca, Agnus Dei and Valeria Rumori, Italian Institute of Culture in Los Angeles, the festival promotes Italy as a film set and a bridge between Italian and American cultures, and supports cultural development through cinema.