Carpi Film Festival – The Crafts of Cinema

A Festival Dedicated to Those Who Make Cinema

The Carpi Film Festival – The Crafts of Cinema is the film review that animates the historic center of Carpi, a city in the province of Modena, in Emilia-Romagna, every late summer. Born to tell cinema from an unprecedented perspective — that of those who build it behind the scenes — the festival focuses on the crafts of cinema: directing, acting, voice acting, set design, cinematography, film music. An editorial choice that distinguishes it from traditional reviews and makes it a valuable event for enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the simply curious.

Between Cloisters, Squares, and Auditoriums

The festival unfolds in various locations in the center of Carpi, each with its own atmosphere. Evening screenings are held in the arena of the evocative Cloister of San Rocco, while documentaries and masterclasses find their home in the Auditorium of the Arturo Loria Multimedia Library. City squares, like Piazzale Re Astolfo, host open-air cinema, and the Teatro Comunale hosts special events and concerts. This widespread presence transforms the entire city into a large cultural set, where each evening invites you to stroll from one event to another.

Masterclasses and Meetings with the Protagonists

The heart of the festival lies in its masterclasses and public meetings, designed as direct dialogues with industry professionals. Over the years, some of the most renowned Italian directors, actors, voice actors, and set designers have shared their journeys, revealing the behind-the-scenes creative and technical work that brings a film to life. Alongside masterclasses, the program intertwines cinema with theater, literature, music, and visual arts, featuring film-literary salons, concerts, and themed screenings.

An Event for the City and the Territory

Organized by the Cultural Association Quelli del '29 with the support of the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Carpi, the Municipality of Carpi, and the Emilia-Romagna Region, the Carpi Film Festival is part of the city's summer calendar and represents one of the most anticipated cultural events in September. Most events offer free admission until capacity is reached, a choice that makes film culture accessible to everyone and perfectly embodies the popular and quality spirit of the festival.