Gran Paradiso Film Festival

News published on 2 August 2024

From Thursday 8 August to Saturday 10 August, the charming Introd Castle will be the stage for a series of unmissable events combining music, cinema and nature, offering spectators a unique experience.

Thursday, 8 August

At 7 p.m., the musical trio TriumviBrass will open the evening with the concert “Notes of Nature”. The performance promises to captivate the audience with captivating melodies. To follow, a “Nature Aperitif” will allow the audience to taste local products with the Gran Paradiso Quality Mark, enriching the event with the authentic flavours of the territory.

At 9 p.m., the programme continues with the screening of the film “La Ferme des Bertrand” by Gilles Perret. The French director will be present to meet the audience and discuss his work, a rare opportunity for film enthusiasts. This 89-minute documentary from 2023 promises to offer an in-depth and touching look at rural life.

Friday, 9 August

Friday evening will see Dominique Mertens“ short film ”Couleurs“, a five-minute Belgian work from 2023, open the programme at 9pm. Afterwards, the audience will be able to watch the film ”Silverback' by Miles Blayden-Ryall. This 90-minute British feature film from 2023 is in international competition and is one of the most eagerly awaited works of the festival.

Saturday, 10 August

The last evening, Saturday 10 August, will begin at 9pm with the short film “Blue” by Reza Zareh Javan, an Iranian work from 2024, just two minutes long. The evening will culminate with Jean-Michel Bertrand's “Vivre avec les Loups”, an 89-minute French film from 2023, in international competition. This documentary explores the complex relationship between man and the wolf, offering profound reflections on living with the wild.

This event represents an unmissable opportunity to immerse oneself in culture, nature and high-quality gastronomy, all in the splendid historical setting of Introd Castle.