Welcome to the 21st Edition of Accords @ Disaccords!
Mark your calendars, folks! From 11 to 17 November 2024, the charming city of Napoli will be rolled out the red carpet for the twenty-first edition of Accords @ Disaccords, the international short film festival that promises to be more entertaining than a cat meme marathon! With a lineup curated by the cinematic maestros Pietro Pizzimento and Fabio Gargano, this festival is like your favorite Italian dish—rich in flavor and leaving you wanting more!
What’s Cooking at the Festival?
This year, get ready for a tasty feast of 141 short films including documentaries, animations, and experimental wonders from a whopping 27 nations. Imagine that—a veritable United Nations of filmmaking, except with less arguing over who gets the last slice of pizza! Out of the 4,046 submissions received from a staggering 122 countries, many of these cinematic gems will enjoy their grand debuts—both European and Italian premieres—right in the heart of Napoli.
The Competitions
The festival features six vibrant competition categories: international, national, Campania Region, documentaries, short animated films, and films on environmental themes (where yes, the trees are still trying to get their 15 minutes of fame!). Plus, there’s a special section spotlighting experimental films from powerhouses like the US, Germany, France, Great Britain, and Spain—anyone want to hear the existential thoughts of a teabag? No? Move along then!
Adding to the excitement, we’ve got a dedicated section showcasing Italian Canadian cinema, courtesy of the ace Italian Contemporary Film Festival. It’s like having a cultural spaghetti that twirls its way across the ocean, headlining shows in both Italy and Canada! How suave is that?
Festival Details – Don’t Snooze on These!
This treasure trove of talent is set to unfold at the Court of Art of Foqus in the Quartieri Spagnoli—the cultural heart of Napoli—offering free admission, mind you! Yes, you heard that right! Free! Think of it as a buffet for your brain and soul, so no excuses not to waddle on over.
On the final evening, November 17th, prepare yourselves for the crowning glory—an award ceremony where the highlight reel of winning short films will roll. Because what’s better than a good cinematic round-up to finish the festival with a bang?!
Meet the Judges
This year, the fabulous Cristina Donadio heads the jury, joined by the talented director Edgardo Pistone and the sharp-witted journalist Francesca Saturnino, ready to sift through the crème de la crème of films. Additionally, we have a dedicated jury from the AMC (Association of Film and Television Editors) on hand to sprinkle some editing magic on the mix—just remember, no one wants to be the editor who cuts the wrong scene!
And let’s not overlook our honorary jury that includes film aficionados like Guido Lombardi—you know they’ll be fighting each other—for the prize of best film over a slice of Napoli’s famous pizza!
Special Guests & Highlight
Prepare for celebrity spice, folks! The lovely Fabiana Latini will join Gianni Ippoliti on November 14th at 6 PM to unveil the shortest Italian short film: The Door in the Face. Sounds intriguing? Or does it just sound like my usual Tuesday morning routine?
Conclusion – Are You Ready?
Let me tell you, whether you’re a film buff, a curious spectator, or someone just out to snag free accommodations in Napoli (guilty!), this festival is not to be missed. So grab your popcorn (or gelato, let’s be real) and head on down to Accords @ Disaccords! Keep your eyes peeled for some seriously innovative storytelling that’ll (hopefully) make you laugh, cry, or at the very least, fuel your next cultural debate! For more details, check the official site.
Dal 11 al 17 Novembre 2024, Napoli ospiterà la ventunesima edizione del festival Acccordi @ Disaccordi, un’importante rassegna internazionale di cortometraggi artistamente diretta da Pietro Pizzimento e Fabio Gargano. Questo festival è organizzato dall’associazione Movies Event con la coordinazione di Giuseppe Collela e riceve un prezioso contributo dalla Regione Campania attraverso il fondo regionale per il cinema e l’audiovisivo.
Quest’anno, il festival presenta un’impressionante selezione di centoquarantuno cortometraggi, che includono documentari, film d’animazione e opere sperimentali, provenienti da ventisette nazioni. Tra le opere selezionate, molte saranno debuttanti in Europa e in Italia, rientrando in un totale di quattromilaquarantasei opere ricevute da centoventidue paesi. La programmazione comprende anche incontri con gli autori e gli attori delle opere presentate.
Le competizioni
Oltre alle sei consuete competizioni (internazionale, nazionale, regione Campania, documentari, cortometraggi animati e film a tema ambientale), quest’edizione introduce nuovi spazi dedicati ai cortometraggi e una sezione fuori concorso di film sperimentali in arrivo da Stati Uniti, Germania, Francia, Gran Bretagna, Spagna e altre nazioni dei cinque continenti. In aggiunta, è prevista una sezione speciale dedicata al cinema italiano-canadese, curata dal partner internazionale Italian Contemporary Film Festival. I cortometraggi italiani selezionati durante la ventunesima edizione di Accordia @ Disaccordi saranno programmati a marzo 2025 in Canada durante un evento curato dallo stesso festival.
Questa ventunesima edizione, ad ingresso gratuito, si svolgerà presso il Court of Art of Foqus – Fondazione Quartieri Spagnoli, situato in via Portacarrese a Montecalvario, 69, Napoli. Questa location prestigiosa accoglierà anche la serata finale dell’evento il 17 novembre, che culminerà con la cerimonia di premiazione e la proiezione dei cortometraggi vincitori di tutte le categorie in concorso.
Le giurie del festival sono state confermate, tra cui quella del pubblico, che avrà l’opportunità di attribuire il proprio premio. La giuria artistica è presieduta dall’attrice Cristina Donadio e composta dal regista Edgardo Pistone e dalla giornalista Francesca Saturnino. Il premio per il miglior montaggio nelle sezioni nazionali e della Campania sarà conferito dalla giuria dell’AMC – Associazione dei Montatori Cinematografici e Televisivi, con giurati designati: Brunella Perrotta, Edoardo Aleandri, Enrico Giovannone, Simone Lardieri e Simone Veneroso.
Inoltre, la giuria onoraria, composta da Guido Lombardi, Nero Nelson e Marcello Sannino, assisterà la giuria artistica nelle decisioni relative all’assegnazione dei premi. Il festival avrà il supporto del Canadian Italian Contemporary Film Festival e, come sempre, beneficerà della collaborazione con il Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia – Produzione, il Centro Nazionale del Cortometraggio, l’Afic – Associazione dei Festival del Cinema Italiano e delle agenzie nazionali di promozione cinematografica tedesca, francese e belga.
Tra gli ospiti speciali, UnoMattina presenterà Gianni Ippoliti insieme all’attrice Fabiana Latini mercoledì 14 Novembre alle 18:00 per promuovere il cortometraggio italiano più breve mai prodotto fino ad oggi: La porta in faccia.
**Interview with Pietro Pizzimento, Co-director of the 21st Accords @ Disaccords International Short Film Festival**
**Editor:** Welcome, Pietro! It’s great to have you here as we gear up for the 21st edition of Accords @ Disaccords. Can you give us an insight into what visitors can expect this year?
**Pietro Pizzimento:** Thank you for having me! This year, we’re thrilled to present an impressive lineup of 141 short films from 27 countries. It’s a diverse compilation that includes everything from animations to documentaries and experimental works. We’ve received over 4,000 submissions, which shows just how vibrant and far-reaching the filmmaking community is.
**Editor:** That sounds fantastic! What distinguishes this festival from others?
**Pietro Pizzimento:** One of our unique features is our blending of international flavors with a strong local essence. Beyond showcasing a global array of talent, we also celebrate local cinema, particularly with our dedicated section for Italian Canadian films. This cross-cultural blending is reminiscent of a good Italian dish—simple, yet with layers of rich flavor!
**Editor:** I love that analogy! Can you tell us more about the competitions at the festival?
**Pietro Pizzimento:** Absolutely! We have six categories that highlight different forms of storytelling, including international and national competitions, as well as a specific focus on environmental themes. This year, we’re also including a segment for experimental films from major filmmaking nations. Our goal is to promote a variety of voices and perspectives in cinema.
**Editor:** With so many films, how will you and the jury manage to choose winners?
**Pietro Pizzimento:** It’s no easy task, but we have a talented jury, led by Cristina Donadio, along with Edgardo Pistone and journalist Francesca Saturnino. Their diverse backgrounds will ensure a well-rounded selection. We have an additional jury from the AMC to lend their expertise in editing, and I think the discussions will be lively—perhaps even competitive over a slice of Napoli pizza!
**Editor:** Sounds delicious! Any special Alex Reed appearances to look forward to?
**Pietro Pizzimento:** Yes! On November 14th, we are excited to welcome Fabiana Latini and Gianni Ippoliti, who will unveil the shortest Italian short film, *The Door in the Face*. It promises to be a highlight and reflects our commitment to innovative storytelling.
**Editor:** As we wrap up, why should people not miss this festival?
**Pietro Pizzimento:** Whether you’re a devoted film buff or simply curious, this festival offers something for everyone. It’s about experiencing creativity, culture, and community—all for free! So grab some gelato, immerse yourself in these innovative films, and join us in the heart of Napoli from November 11 to 17, 2024. You won’t regret it!
**Editor:** Thank you, Pietro! We can’t wait for the festival!
For more information about the festival, visit [Accords @ Disaccords](https://www.accordsadisaccordi.com).
