Martin Scorsese joins hundreds of filmmakers rallying to save Rome's cinemas
- Martin Scorsese and others have signed an appeal to stop the conversion of Rome's cinemas into shopping centers as a new regional law is being proposed.
- The appeal is supported by notable figures in film, including Spike Lee and J.J. Abrams, urging the preservation of cultural spaces.
- Valerio Carocci of Rome's Cinema America collective stated that the legislation could lead to the closure of active theaters, jeopardizing future generations.
- In a letter, Scorsese called the potential changes a 'sacrilege' to Rome's cultural heritage, addressing leaders including President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
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Martin Scorsese Urges Italy’s President and Prime Minister to Save Rome Cinemas From Being Turned Into Malls and Hotels: It’s ‘Utterly Unacceptable’
Martin Scorsese has launched an appeal to Italy's president and prime minister in an effort to save Rome's movie theaters from threat of developers.
From Scorsese to Rossellini, artists seek to save Rome cinemas - General News
From Isabella Rossellini to Léa Seydoux, from Alfonso Cuaron to Olivier Assayas, a long list of renowned directors and actors have signed an appeal launched by Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, Jane Campion, Wes Anderson and Ari Aster urging President... (ANSA)
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