Films shot in Marzamemi and Val di Noto
The seaside village of Marzamemi, in the Val di Noto, has been a film set for numerous Italian movies thanks to its unspoiled charm. From its cobblestone alleys to its brightly colored houses, this corner of Sicily has been a splendid setting for masterpieces such as Tornatore’s “L’uomo delle Stelle” and Pasquale Scimeca’s “I Malavoglia.” Discover the locations that have made Marzamemi famous and retrace the footsteps of the great directors who set their stories here, captured by the authentic atmosphere of this pearl of the Val di Noto.
Discovering the film sets of Montalbano, Tornatore and Salvatores: an exciting journey between cinema and Val di Noto
The Val di Noto, in southeastern Sicily, is not only an area rich in history, art, culture and breathtaking landscapes, but also an open-air film set that has served as the backdrop for successful films by internationally renowned directors such as Montalbano, Tornatore and Salvatores.
An itinerary among the iconic places of cinema:
Guided tours dedicated to film sets will take you on an exciting journey to discover the places that have made the films of Montalbano, Tornatore and Salvatores immortal. You will stroll through the alleys of baroque towns such as Noto, Modica, Ragusa Ibla and Scicli, admiring the locations that gave life to the most famous scenes.
On the trail of Commissioner Montalbano:
You will retrace the investigations of Commissario Montalbano, played by Luca Zingaretti, visiting iconic places from the TV series, such as Montalbano’s house in Marinella, the Montelusa Police Headquarters (actually Scicli) and the Vitello Tonnato bar in Ragusa Ibla.
Among the masterpieces of Tornatore and Salvatores:
You will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Giuseppe Tornatore’s films, such as “Nuovo Cinema Paradiso” and “Malena,” admiring the breathtaking landscapes and Baroque architecture that inspired the director. You will also explore the sets of Gabriele Salvatores’ “Mediterraneo,” winner of the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1991.
A unique experience between cinema and territory:
Guided tours of film sets in the Val di Noto are not only an opportunity to discover the places of the films we love, but also a way to learn more about this unique territory. You will admire the beauty of the Sicilian Baroque, enjoy the typical flavors of the local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the culture and millenary traditions of the Val di Noto.
An unforgettable trip for lovers of cinema and Sicily:
If you are a film buff and want to discover the beauty of Sicily, guided tours of film sets in the Val di Noto are a must-do experience. An exciting journey through art, culture, cinema and breathtaking landscapes that will leave you speechless and with a heart full of emotions.
Films shot in Marzamemi
South by Gabriele Salvatore
Overseas is not America by Nello Correale
Giuseppe Tornatore’s Man of the Stars
Taviani Brothers’ Kaos
Andrea Camilleri’s Commissario Montalbano
Mario and the Magician by Klaus Maria Brandauer
Unleashed Heart by Gianluca Sodaro
The Iguana by Catherine McGilvray
Salvatore: This is the life of Gianpaolo Cugno.
The Ghosts of Portopalo with Beppe Fiorello
“Immaturi”- The series starring Luca Bizzarri and Paolo Kessisoglu.
Aenne Burda by Franziska Meletzky
Stranizza d’Amuri by Giuseppe Fiorello
The Telephone Concession from a novel by Andrea Camilleri
I Malavoglia by Pasquale Scimeca
Michelangelo Antonioni’s Adventure.
List of films shot in the Province of Syracuse.
Easy Years, by Luigi Zampa (1953), Noto
Cavalleria rusticana by Carmine Gallone (1953), Noto and Palazzolo Acreide
Ambush by the Sea, by Pino Mercanti (1956), in Syracuse.
The Siege of Syracuse, by Pietro Francisci (1960), in Syracuse
Viva l’Italia, by Roberto Rossellini (1960), in Noto
L’Avventura, by Michelangelo Antonioni (1960), in Noto
Under Ten Flags by Duilio Coletti (1960) in Augusta.
Tyrant of Syracuse, by Curtis Bernhardt and Alberto Cardone (1962), in Syracuse
While the Storm Lasts by Charles Frend and Bruno Vailati (1963), in Augsburg
Ermanno Olmi’s The Boyfriends (1963), in Priolo, Syracuse and Augusta.
Casanova ’70 by Mario Monicelli (1965), Syracuse and province.
Made in Italy (film) by Nanni Loy (1965), in Syracuse
Assicurasi vergine, by Giorgio Bianchi (1967),in Syracuse, Noto
Better Widow, by Duccio Tessari (1968), in Syracuse and Noto
The most beautiful couple in the world, by Camillo Mastrocinque (1968), in Syracuse and province
Rosolino Paternò soldier by Nanni Loy (1970) in Syracuse and province.
Mimi Metallurgical Wounded in Honor by Lina Wertmüller (1972) in Syracuse
Tony Arzenta, by Duccio Tessari (1973), in Syracuse and Noto
La Padrina, by Giuseppe Vari (1973), in Syracuse and province.
Vittorio De Sica’s Journey (1974), in Syracuse and Noto.
Mio Dio come sono caduta in basso by Luigi Comencini (1974), in Noto
Gente di rispetto by Luigi Zampa (1975), in Palazzolo Acreide.
Red Carnation, by Luigi Faccini (1976), in Syracuse and Noto
Bloodshed between two men over widow, political motives suspected by Lina Wertmüller (1978), Syracuse
Years of Lead, by Margarethe Von Trotta (1981), in Syracuse.
I Paladini – storia d’armi e d’amori, by Giacomo Battiato (1983), in Syracuse and province
Kaos, by the Taviani brothers (1984), in Syracuse
According to Pontius Pilate by Luigi Magni (1987), Syracuse and Province.
Woman of Honor, by Stuart Margolin (1990), in Noto
The Descent of Aclà at Floristella, by Aurelio Grimaldi (1992), in Syracuse and Province
Daniele Luchetti’s (1993) blizzard arrives, in Syracuse and Noto
Story of a Blackcap by Franco Zeffirelli (1993), in Noto and Palazzolo Acreide
South by Gabriele Salvatores (1993) in Marzamemi
Story of a Blackcap by Franco Zeffirelli (1994), in Noto and Palazzolo Acreide
Klaus Maria Brandauer‘s Mario and the Magician (1994) in Marzamemi
Moonshot by Alberto Simone (1995) in Syracuse and province.
Giuseppe Tornatore’s L’uomo delle stelle (1995), in Syracuse, Noto and Marzamemi
Gabriele Lavia’s La lupa (1996), in Syracuse and province.
Nerolio by Aurelio Grimaldi (1996), in Syracuse and province.
Giacomo Battiato’s La Piova 8 (1997), in Syracuse and Palazzolo Acreide
Marianna Ucrìa, by Roberto Faenza (1997), in Syracuse and Palazzolo Acreide
Overseas is not America by Nello Correale (1999), in Marzamemi
Ferdinand and Caroline by Lina Wertmüller (1999), in Syracuse.
Antonio Albanese’s Hunger and Thirst (1999), in Palazzolo Acreide
Sicily! by Danièle Huillet and Jean-Marie Straub in Syracuse and province
Malèna by Giuseppe Tornatore (2000), in Syracuse and Noto
Dominick Tambasco’s Born Tired (2001), in Palazzolo Acreide.
Diego Ronsisvalle’s astronomers (2003), in Noto.
Cuore scatenato by Gianluca Sodaro (2003), Pachino
Catherine McGilvray’s Iguana (2004) in Pachino.
Letters from Sicily by Manuel Giliberti (2005), in Syracuse and province.
Il Commissario Montalbano – Giro di Boa, by Alberto Sironi, (2005), in Syracuse
Il Commissario Montalbano – Par Condicio, by Alberto Sironi, (2005), in Syracuse and Brucoli
Salvatore – This is the life of Gian Paolo Cugno (2006), in Pachino
Endless Night, by Elisabetta Sgarbi (2006)
Il figlio della luna, by Gianfranco Albano (2006), in Syracuse
Caravaggio, by Angelo Longoni (2007), in Syracuse.
