Content overview: “Margherita Ferrari on Paolo Sorrentino Producing Her Debut ‘Föa — Once Upon a Future’ at B”. Italian director Margherita Ferrari is making waves at the Busan International Film Festival with her debut feature “Föa – Once Upon a Future,” a coming-of-age drama that also marks the first producing credit for Oscar-winning filmmaker Paolo Sorrentino. Set in Genoa during the turbulent July 2001 G8 summit, when protests turned deadly, the film uses that historical backdrop to explore a young woman’s personal awakening. Ferrari, who developed the project with Sorrentino’s guidance, says the veteran director helped her stay true to her artistic intentions while navigating the pressures of a first feature.
Sorrentino’s involvement as producer brings significant industry attention to the project, which blends intimate character work with a charged political moment. The Busan premiere positions Ferrari as a new voice to watch, and the film’s mix of personal and historical drama could resonate with international audiences seeking stories about youth, rebellion, and memory. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.