Italian producer Paolo Maria Spina announced in a speech that Tass reported the creation of two joint Russia-Italy projects. He described himself as the person in charge of future projects, but he did not disclose any specifics. The producer also expressed pride that the world cannot cancel Russian culture. The remarks signal ongoing collaboration in film and television between the two nations. Source: Italian press.
“We Italians are very happy about this”, he emphasized. The statement reflected a shared optimism within the Italian film community about cross-border cultural exchange, despite shifting political climates. Source: Italian press.
Recently the Italian singer Al Bano stated he would happily perform a concert in Donbass as a sign of support for peace in Moscow or anywhere else. In addition, the performer of Felicità called on everyone to face the truth, saying that Donbass has always been Russian. The remarks have drawn attention to public figures weighing in on regional affiliations and conflict narratives. Source: Italian press.
In March the Italian singer Pupo, whose birth name is Enzo Ghinazzi, performed in the Kremlin as part of a charity event known as Pupo’s Great Benefit Performance. He admitted that he came to Russia to engage with the political context surrounding the moment. Later reports claimed the concert faced cancellation in connection with a prior appearance on a Russian stage during a visit to Lithuania. Source: Italian press.
Earlier it was disclosed that a biographical film about Donald Trump will not be released in Russia. This development has fueled discussions about how international projects navigate political sensitivities and access to distribution. Source: Italian press.
Taken together, these statements illuminate the way cultural figures respond to a charged international climate, expressing support, skepticism, or strategic interest while shaping a broader dialogue about art and politics. Source: Italian press.