Screening of a documentary
Film "Pane Amaro (Bitter Bread)" made by
Mr. Gianfranco Norelli, Journalist/Film Director, USA, held
on 2nd January, 2008
The film ‘Pane Amaro (Bitter
Bread)” directed by Mr. Gianfranco Norelli was screened
at Bangalore International Centre on 2nd January, 2008
at 6 PM. The film was based on the Italian American immigrant
experience.
Both Mr. Norelli and his wife Mrs. Suma
Kurien, who was associated in making of the film were
present during the screening and introduced the film.
The film was a telling documentary on the violence
and extreme prejudices faced by the early Italian immigrants
to the United States and shattered many myths and stereotypes.
The invited audience saw the film with rapt attention
and, later, interacted with Mr. Norelli and Mrs. Kurien.
It was an extremely informative and interesting evening.
