Anna Magnani: Made in Rome GFT
23 June – 21 July, 2019
Complementing May’s Italian Film Festival, GFT’s present a season of films featuring the Oscar-winning Italian actress Anna Magnani – known as ‘La Lupa’ (‘The She-Wolf’). Born in 1908, she worked with some of the most illustrious names in European cinema – including Roberto Rossellini, Jean Renoir and Vittorio De Sica. These films are incredibly rare to see in a cinema – don’t miss the opportunity to experience Magnani in all of her fiery glory.
23 June
Teresa Venerdi (N/C 12+)
Anna Magnani steals the limelight from star Adriana Benetti
- Part of a SeasonAnna Magnani: Made in Rome

30 June
The Peddler and the Lady (N/C 12+)
A wonderful full-blooded performance from Magnani
- Part of a SeasonAnna Magnani: Made in Rome

7 July
Before Him All Rome Trembled (N/C 12+)
A WWII resistance drama set during the German occupation of Rome
- Part of a SeasonAnna Magnani: Made in Rome

21 July
Volcano (N/C 12+)
Tragic and passionate
- Part of a SeasonAnna Magnani: Made in Rome
Glasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose Street, G3 6RB
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