Commentary highlights the triumph of "Le città di pianura" by a Venetian director at the David di Donatello awards, noting the success of outsiders without diminishing established filmmakers.

Triple Oscar-winning cinematographer Vittorio Storaro will be presented with a special prize by Italy’s David di Donatello Awards, in collaboration with Rome’s Cinecittà Studios.

Director Sergio Castellitto commented on the proposed boycott by the #Siamoaititolidicoda movement, stating that the 'congregation of the David di Donatello' should be demolished.

Italian President Sergio Mattarella addressed the cinema world, urging creators to be bold and free in their projects and emphasizing cinema's role as a national heritage. He delivered these remarks, likely in connection with the David di Donatello awards.