The 2017 Cannes Film Festival kicks off today. Although no Italian films were chosen to compete in the main competition, there is a strong Italian presence across the board. From Claudia Cardinale gracing the official poster to Monica Bellucci acting as Mistress of Ceremonies to Paolo Sorrentino's jury post to a restored version of Michelangelo Antonioni's Blow Up and the selection of films in other categories, there will be no shortage of Italian films for festival-goers to enjoy. One film in particular that has caught my eye is a short film made by Emanuela Mascherini. Offline is the story of the perils of online dating and how the new form of social interaction is sometimes exploited or used irresponsibly. There are two versions- 16 minutes and 24 minutes. Mascherini will present the 24-minute version at the Cannes Short Film Corner. Although she is young Mascherini has an impressive resume, which boasts he...
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