With the David di Donatello 2025 now upon us, the predictions already seem to outline a possible map of the winners. That’s who I am
The most awaited night of Italian cinema is now upon us: a few days after the delivery ceremony of the David di Donatello, the attention is all paid to the possible winners of the main categories, where some candidates seem already projected towards the triumph, while others leave room for the uncertainty and hope of a twist.
Best movie
Among the titles in the running for the most coveted prize, Berlinguer – The great ambition It seems to have collected almost unanimous consensus. The film, which has been able to combine historical rigor and narrative depth, hit public and criticism, imposing itself as a work of great civil and artistic impact. But be careful Parthenopethe Mediterranean Elegy signed by a beloved author, who could undermine the summit at the last moment. More detached, Vermilion And The time it takestwo films that have been able to stand out for originality and intensity. While even more defilated instead The art of joyalthough appreciated by a careful public niche.
Best direction
In the direct sector, attention focuses on Paolo Sorrentino (director of Parthenope), which seems ready to regain the prize thanks to an always recognizable style and a work of strong visual suggestion. His work confirmed the maturity of an author capable of renewing himself without losing his own aesthetic signature. Andrea Segre, however, represents an authoritative alternative, with a sober but powerful direction, which has left its mark. They follow a certain distance Delpero, Golino and Comencini, interpreters of a solid but less accredited direction to the final victory.
Best actor
Among the male interpreters, there is a name that dominates the scene: Elio Germanoprotagonist of Berlinguer – The great ambition. His actor proof was considered by many to be one of the most intense of the season, capable of enclosing vulnerability and strength in a rare balance. Behind him stands a compact group of valid interpreters such as Stefano Orlando, Fabrizio Gifuni, Tommaso Ragno and the young Francesco Gheghi, all protagonists of noteworthy performances, but who seem to start from a more backward position.
Best actress
On the female side, the young woman Tecla Insolia For The art of joy It is in pole position, thanks to a surprising interpretation for emotional depth and artistic maturity. But Benedetta Ronchi is confirmed as a fierce challenger, strong of a charismatic and intense test. They follow a short celestial distance of theport and Roberta Maggiora, interpreters who have been able to give thickness to the respective characters. More detached, but not to be underestimated, the candidacy of Marta Scrinzi.
