Lucca Film Festival (Lucca Cinema Effect)
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Lucca Film Festival (Lucca Cinema Effect)

20 Sep 2025 — 28 Sep 2025
Lucca — Lucca (046)

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Edition 2025 — Lucca Film Festival

The 21st edition of the Lucca Film Festival took place from September 20 to 28, 2025, in the historic center of Lucca. It was an edition full of big names: Kevin Spacey opened the festival by receiving a lifetime achievement award and presenting his film in a world premiere, while other guests included Gianni Amelio, Michele Riondino, Pietro Marcello, and Malcolm McDowell. The event also paid tribute to David Lynch.

Lucca Film Festival 2025 — 21st Edition

The 21st edition of the Lucca Film Festival was held from September 20 to 28, 2025, in the historic center of Lucca, with free admission until capacity was reached. The edition attracted numerous international cinema stars to the city.

The festival was inaugurated on Saturday, September 20, by Kevin Spacey, who was honored with a lifetime achievement award and presented his latest work. Other guests of the edition included director Gianni Amelio (lifetime achievement award), actor Michele Riondino, director Pietro Marcello, and Malcolm McDowell, the unforgettable star of A Clockwork Orange. The festival also dedicated a heartfelt tribute to David Lynch. The international competition presented twelve feature films from around the world, evaluated by a jury of professionals.

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Centro storico di Lucca

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