2005 SALENTO FILM FESTIVAL OPENS WITH VITO ZAGARRIO’S FILM THREE DAYS OF ANARCHY.

Executive Director Luigi Campanile announces the Puglia Premiere of Vito Zagarrio’s film Three Days of Anarchy, which will kick-off the 2005 Salento International Film Festival ( September 10 – September 18) as the Opening Night Film. Official Sponsor BANCA CARIME will sponsor the Opening Night screening at 9:00 pm, in Piazza Cappuccini, and the Official Hotel CAPOALTO will sponsor the cocktail pre-screening at 17:00 p.m. on September 10 in Gagliano del Capo in the heart of Salento.

Three Days of Anarchy starring Enrico Lo Verso, Tiziana Lodato, Marica Coco and Nino Frassica, is a true story set in Sicily, on 1943 : the allied troops have just landed on the island and Fascism has collapsed. A little Sicilian village live, at last, in complete freedom : men and women, old and young, rich and poor alike, celebrate their liberty singing and banqueting all together in the streets; Giuseppe, a young student, has just come back home soon after his graduation. His best friend, Salvatore, would like he to assume political responsibilities since the village is in the most complete chaos. Giuseppe is in great confusion, as he's attracted by two girls: the good girl formally engaged to him and a young, passionate farmer. The only quiet place for him is his home where his father, a great antifascist, reminds him the long fights of his people.

During the nine-day event, the Salento film festival offers to the festival goers many events, including special screenings, retrospectives, tribute, seminars, workshops and all night parties.

The Salento Film Festival welcomes its international guests and offers different packages from all inclusive including accommodation in Hotel, Pass to all screenings and events, special discount at the festivals Bar, restaurants, trattorie, and tours through Salento’s cultural and Historical sites. For further information visit the web site http://www.salentofilmfestival.com For booking please visit: http://www.salentofilmfestival.com/salento/reservation.html