Hobsons Bay locals will have the chance to catch one more event before the Williamstown Italian Festival ends.
Williamstown man Leo Notarianni is hosting ‘The Widow Film Dinner’ on Friday, April 12, at the The Williamstown Italian Club, formerly known as The Empress Cinema.
Mr Notarianni said the evening will be a “spectacular celebration of local culture, with the historical cinema showcasing the film noir genre thriller set in Melbourne 1965.”
“The film will include a 60’s fashion theme, a display of classic cars and a music playlist reflective of the era of the film,” he explained.
“This film has been one of the most highly successful short films in Melbourne with the film noir gem winning well over 200 awards around the world in film festivals, short film competitions and film awards.”
With a background in vintage car coordinating, the film gave Mr Notarianni the chance to first explore his passion.
“The Widow was the first film I vintage car coordinated for,” he said.
“It was the turning point as this has sprung boarded (me into) continuous film industry and music industry vintage car coordinating.”
After a long preparation, Mr Notarianni is excited to host the event.
“I have been looking forward to doing this for a long time,” he said.
“The film will feature a Sicilian/Calabrian dialect which is very different from classic Italian.
“So it will be great for Italians in the area to experience it and be able to relate to it.”
Mr Notarianni said the film night will be a celebration of culture.
“It will provide an interesting celebration of Italian culture and heritage in the south east as much of the filming was shot in Williamstown, Werribee, Footscray and nearby areas,” he said.
“It just makes me feel great that I was able to make some contribution to the film industry in some way shape or form.”
No tickets are required prior to the event.
