Parthenope

Since her birth in the summer of 1950 in Naples, all eyes have been on the beautiful Parthenope, named after the mythological figure who gave the region its name. Through her youth and adulthood, across the beaches of Capri and the cities of Europe, she captivates those around her while searching— and ultimately finding—her place in the world. Paolo Sorrentino, arguably the greatest Italian director of our time, brings his unmistakable cinematic style: grand, larger-than-life scenes, dazzling imagery, and a touch of delicate irony. Following The Hand of God, he once again delivers a love letter to his hometown of Naples—blending nostalgia with a thoughtful meditation on freedom, Italy, and the many faces of love.