The Garden of the Finzi-Continis

Set in late 1930s Ferrara, Italy, "The Garden of the Finzi-Continis" tells the story of the wealthy and aristocratic Finzi-Contini family, who are also Jewish. The family's adult children, Micol and Alberto, host a close-knit group of friends for tennis matches and social gatherings at their picturesque villa, trying to shield themselves from the growing tensions of the outside world. As Fascist Italy's anti-Semitic laws intensify, the group’s idyllic existence is shattered, forcing them to face the harsh realities of the Holocaust.

Trivia:
1. The film, directed by Vittorio De Sica, won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1972, marking a significant achievement for Italian cinema.
2. Actress Dominique Sanda, who portrayed Micol, became an international star after this film, and her performance was praised for its subtlety and emotional depth.
3. The tennis scenes were meticulously choreographed to authentically represent the leisurely yet tense atmosphere of the era, highlighting the contrast between innocence and looming tragedy.

Main Cast of The Garden of the Finzi-Continis

Crew of The Garden of the Finzi-Continis