Nel blu dipinti di rosso: a timeless story rooted in the 1950s: a bridge connecting the “Cantacronache” era to the sound of Willie Peyote.
“Nel blu dipinti di rosso” (In Blue, Painted Red) is a film that explores the legacy of the Cantacronache—a group of young intellectuals in 1950s Italy who saw folk songs as a powerful tool for communication and change. Their mission? To speak to the people about life, society, and real relationships through music—not to dull the masses, but to ignite thoughts and ideas.
Through a collaboration with Creo and the guidance of legends like Emilio Jona and Fausto Amodei, Stefano Di Polito’s vision came to life. Under his direction, what started as a micro-budget project evolved into a true success story: first selected for the Torino Film Festival, then embarking on a journey across Turin and all of Italy. A journey of screenings and encounters, filled with packed theaters and meaningful conversations.
I had the great pleasure of serving as the Director of Photography for this film. Some months of shooting, shot largely in Turin, this project was a labor of love—sincere, passionate, and born from humble beginnings. It’s a story from seventy years ago that speaks directly to our present, showing just how much history repeats itself.
Check out the trailer (edited by the film’s editor, Giuseppe Bisceglia) and the official poster below. Photos by Flavio Giacchero.
