70th David di Donatello Awards Celebrates Italian Cinema

The 70th David di Donatello awards, often dubbed the 'Italian Oscars,' were held on May 7, 2025, at Cinecittà's Teatro 5 in Rome, celebrating the best of Italian cinema from the past year. Hosted by Elena Sofia Ricci and Mika, the ceremony was marked by performances, tributes, and the presentation of 26 awards across diverse categories. 'Berlinguer – La grande ambizione' by Andrea Segre and Paolo Sorrentino's 'Parthenope' led the nominations with 15 each, while 'L’arte della gioia' and 'Vermiglio' also received significant recognition. Notable winners included Francesco Di Leva for Best Supporting Actor and Valeria Bruni Tedeschi for Best Supporting Actress, with Ferzan Özpetek's 'Diamanti' clinching the audience-voted David dello Spettatore. Special honors went to Timothée Chalamet and Ornella Muti, while Pupi Avati received the Lifetime Achievement Award. The event, preceded by a ceremony with President Sergio Mattarella and the Minister of Culture, underscored Italian cinema's resilience and ongoing innovation.