Italian Through Cinema
Discover Italy through the films that shaped its culture
A cultural and linguistic experience for intermediate learners who want to explore Italian language and identity through the power of cinema.
Event Outline
Date: Thursday 5 November 2026
Time: 18:00–19:30
Location: Camden Collective (Camden Town)
Level: B1 and above
Price: £35
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About the event
What if you could travel through Italy without leaving London? This workshop uses Italian cinema as a window into the country's culture, identity and soul, exploring themes of journey, music and what it means to be Italian.
Through selected scenes from a modern classic of Italian cinema, you'll sharpen your listening and speaking skills, discover film vocabulary, and take part in guided discussion and cultural analysis, all in Italian.
The film title will be revealed on the night. Come ready to be surprised.
Who is it for
B1 level and above. No need to be advance, just curious about Italian culture and ready to engage in discussion in Italian.
What you'll do
Introduction to Italian film terminology and key vocabulary
Viewing 3–4 selected scenes
Group discussion and cultural analysis
Debate and conversation around the themes of the film
What's included
A 90-minute immersive in-person session
Teacher-created supplementary materials for independent study after the workshop
Continuous support before, during and after the session
About the teacher
Antonio Lucicesare is an award-winning Italian language educator known for his innovative use of cinema in teaching. Since 2014 he has led Cinema Italiano, his acclaimed masterclass at King's College London, guiding students through film excerpts, cultural themes and authentic materials to deepen both linguistic skills and cultural understanding.
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