Italian filmmaker Marco Bellocchio discusses his latest television project, Portobello, a drama series exploring themes of identity and societal transformation through the lens of contemporary urban life. The show marks a shift in focus for Bellocchio, who has long drawn from historical events to craft narratives rooted in Italy’s complex past. With Portobello, he turns attention to present-day struggles within a marginalized community, blending personal stories with broader social commentary.
Bellocchio also reflects on his upcoming film Rosebush Pruning, a psychological drama centered on emotional and moral reckoning, and Falcon, a biographical film about the pivotal role of a key figure in rescuing Fiat-Chrysler during a financial crisis. These projects continue his tradition of examining power, ethics, and human resilience, using real-life events as a foundation for cinematic storytelling.