Jenn Tran, star of 'The Bachelorette,' shared photos from her vacation in Taormina, Sicily, showcasing her trip to the popular tourist destination.

Russell Crowe made a notable appearance at the 72nd Taormina Film Festival in Sicily alongside his 42-year-old partner, Britney Theriot, drawing attention after his reported 26kg weight loss.

Director Jane Campion and actress Holly Hunter celebrated their 1993 Palme d'Or winning masterpiece 'The Piano' at the Taormina Film Festival, reflecting on its unexpected universal appeal.

Filmmaker Jane Campion, presiding over the Taormina Film Festival, acknowledged Harvey Weinstein's 'horrific things' but credited him with a 'brilliant' awards campaign for her 1993 film 'The Piano'.

Clive Owen has teased an upcoming film project with Ukrainian director Myroslav Slaboshpytskyi, known for 'The Tribe.' Owen also mentioned another project with a prominent Italian director, indicating a busy schedule.

Australian actress Abbie Cornish spoke at the Taormina Film Festival about her career, comparing directors like Jane Campion, Ridley Scott, and Zach Snyder, and addressing Hollywood's size pressures.

HBO and Warner Bros. Discovery have rekindled their connection with Taormina, Sicily, as the 'House of the Dragon' tour lands in the picturesque town for the continental European premiere of Season 3. Meanwhile, the 'Fallout' team discussed their efforts to ensure they don't 'f*ck up' Season 2 of the dystopian video game adaptation.

In Michael Kleeberg's new book, a literary scholar named Kleeberg investigates the life of Ernest Hemingway and uncovers previously misunderstood aspects of his time in Sicily.

The Italian premiere of the first episode of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” Season 3 will open Italy’s upcoming Taormina Film Festival, with stars Steve Toussaint and Bethany Antonia among those attending.

Helen Mirren will be the guest of honor at Italy's Taormina Film Festival in June, where she will be presented with its Lifetime Achievement Award. A special evening will also be dedicated to the late Italian acting icon Anna Magnani.

Sicily is an island of strong character, where history and daily life intertwine at every step. Located in the heart of the Mediterranean, it has been a crossroads for centuries.

The Filming Italy Sardegna festival is actively promoting female voices and emerging filmmakers, distinguishing itself from other events like Taormina. Festival director Tiziana Rocca emphasizes the unique focus and different objectives of Filming Italy Sardegna.

Banu Sivaci's film 'Hear the Yellow' swept the awards at the Taormina Film Festival, with the Jane Campion-led jury celebrating the Turkish drama. Other films like 'Animol' and 'Piccolo Miracolo' also received prizes.

Director Gore Verbinski, speaking at the Taormina Film Festival, expressed concerns about AI use in filmmaking and suggested a rating system, stating that AI-written scripts should receive a failing grade.

At the Taormina Film Festival, actor Giancarlo Giannini defended singer-songwriter Francesco De Gregori, stating that artists should talk less about politics, as politicians already struggle to explain themselves.

Actress Helen Mirren, honored at the Taormina Festival, described an anti-Zionist insult in London as coming from an unbalanced person and stated that Israel is self-destructing.

Brazilian star Fernanda Torres, director Jane Campion, and Amazon Studios' marketing chief discussed the ongoing battle for gender parity in the film industry at the Taormina Film Festival, with Torres emphasizing the need for women to produce their own content.

Canadian filmmaker Michael Zelniker, director of 'The Struggle for Mother Water,' received the Taormina Film Festival’s Special Sustainability Award, recognizing his mission to address environmental damage.

Director Jane Campion discussed her love for film festivals and reunited with 'The Piano' star Holly Hunter at the Taormina Film Festival.

Tiziana Rocca, artistic director of the Taormina Film Festival, expressed her desire to deliver a "human festival" in the era of AI and urged stars to be "generous" to local audiences.

Oscar-winning Italian director Giuseppe Tornatore will be honored with the Golden Globes Prize for Documentary, in partnership with Artemis Rising Foundation, at the upcoming Taormina Film Festival for his docufilm 'Brunello: The Gracious Visionary'.

Sicily, an island of strong identity, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and daily life, exemplified by the towns of Taormina and Giardini Naxos.

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 24 - Seven Italian tourist spots are among the 20 European Best Destinations 2026 as selected by over 1.3 million travellers from 154 countries, the annual ranking said. They are: Verona, the Venetian island of Burano, Cefalù and Taormina in Sicily, the Sardinian beach resort of Bosa, the Ligurian Riviera jewel of Ravello, and the island of Procida. "Seven Italian destinations among the 20 most popular locations among international tourists. From the Olympics to tourism, th...

Actor Russell Crowe, whose character died in the original film, has once again criticized the 'Gladiator' sequel during a recent appearance at the Taormina Film Festival in Italy.

At Taormina, actor Russell Crowe reflected on the original 'Gladiator' blockbuster, criticized its sequel for lacking the moral core, defended the cinema experience, and warned against the charisma of power.

Helen Mirren, speaking at Taormina, discusses aging, art, women's rights, and America in a comprehensive interview with Vanity Fair, stating that 'life's account balances out' at 80.

Actress Emmanuelle Seigner spoke at Taormina about her loyalty to Roman Polanski, her rock band L’Epée, her daughter’s horror debut, and her one career regret.

Oscar-winning actress Helen Mirren, at the Taormina Film Festival, asserted that artists are not political animals and should not be confused with politicians, following previous comments she made regarding Israel's treatment of Palestinians.

Brazilian actor Fernanda Torres, a nominee for an Oscar, is attending the Taormina Film Festival in Sicily, where she discussed Jennifer Lopez's testimony about 'I'm Still Here' and her own return to her Italian heritage.

The Taormina Film Festival has commenced with a screening of 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 in a historic Greek theater. This event marks a rekindling of the relationship between HBO, Warner Bros. Discovery, and the prestigious festival.

The 72nd Taormina Film Festival in Italy has announced its lineup, featuring top talents like Helen Mirren, Russell Crowe, and Scott Eastwood, and promising a mix of crowdpleasers and more esoteric films.

Two-time Academy Award winner Jane Campion has been announced as the jury president for Italy’s upcoming Taormina Film Festival, scheduled to run from June 10-14 in Sicily.