Serena Rossi to Receive Campari Passion for Film Award at 83rd Venice International Film Festival
Italian actress Serena Rossi is set to receive the prestigious Campari Passion for Film Award at the upcoming 83rd Venice International Film Festival. The award ceremony will take place on September 10 at the Palazzo del Cinema's Sala Grande, just before the out-of-competition premiere of the film "Scherzetto" directed by Mario Martone. Rossi stars in the film alongside Toni Servillo, Lorenzo Perrotta, Leonardo Lidi, Giovanni Ludeno, and Gianluca Di Gennaro. Rossi expressed her gratitude for the honor, emphasizing her passion for connecting with audiences and her excitement to present "Scherzetto" at the festival.
The Campari Passion for Film Award, presented in collaboration with the Venice Film Festival's artistic direction, celebrates the creative contributions of film professionals. Past recipients of the award include notable figures such as editor Bob Murawski, cinematographer Luca Bigazzi, and composer Terence Blanchard. Venice artistic director Alberto Barbera praised Rossi's versatile career spanning film, television, music, and voice acting, noting her diverse body of work across various genres and formats.
Serena Rossi rose to fame on Italian television with roles in series like "Il Commissario Montalbano" and "Adriano Olivetti" before making a mark in the film industry with projects such as "Song 'e Napule," "Ammore e malavita," and "Io sono Mia." Her recent work includes the Rai series "Mina Settembre," Netflix's "The Children's Train" and "Non abbiamo bisogno di parole," as well as Disney's "Uonderbois." Rossi also had the honor of hosting the opening and closing ceremonies of the 78th Venice Film Festival in 2021.
The 83rd Venice International Film Festival is scheduled to run from September 2 to 12, offering a platform for filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals to showcase their latest works and celebrate the art of cinema. Serena Rossi's recognition with the Campari Passion for Film Award underscores her dedication to the craft and her significant contributions to the world of film and entertainment.