Soundtrack: Nicola Piovani
The best movies, series, and documentaries with a soundtrack by Nicola Piovani. Enjoy the titles that feature an unforgettable music.
Titles found: 155
Direction Roberto Benigni
Cast Roberto Benigni · Nicoletta Braschi · Giorgio Cantarini · Marisa Paredes
Synopsis Life Is Beautiful (1997) follows the story of Guido, a lovable and imaginative waiter with a knack for making people laugh. He has captured the heart of his beloved and built a wonderful life for his young family. However, their...
8.5
189K votes
8.5
189K votes
Direction Alain Ughetto
Synopsis No Dogs or Italians Allowed (2022) is set in the early 20th century in the quaint village of Ughettera, nestled in Northern Italy. The Ughetto family faces a harsh reality, with life in the region becoming increasingly challenging. Driven by...
7.6
37 votes
7.6
37 votes
Direction Mario Monicelli
Cast Alberto Sordi · Elena Daskowa Valenzano · Isabella De Bernardi · Elisa Mainardi
Synopsis The Marquis of Grillo (1981) follows the escapades of a charming and witty nobleman who is known for his playful antics and his ability to captivate the ladies. This charismatic figure is constantly weaving tales and sharing jokes, making him...
7.4
362 votes
7.4
362 votes
7.3
57 votes
Direction Philippe Lioret
Cast Vincent Lindon · Firat Ayverdi · Audrey Dana · Patrick Ligardes
Synopsis Welcome (2009) follows the story of Bilal, a 17-year-old Iraqi who embarks on a daring journey across Europe to reunite with his girlfriend Mina, who has already moved to England. His adventure takes a pause in Calais, France, where he...
7.2
3K votes
7.2
3K votes
Direction Paolo Taviani · Vittorio Taviani
Cast Margarita Lozano · Claudio Bigagli · Omero Antonutti · Franco Franchi
7.1
184 votes
7.1
184 votes
Direction Nanni Moretti
Cast Nanni Moretti · Laura Morante · Jasmine Trinca · Giuseppe Sanfelice
Synopsis The Son's Room (2001) delves into the profound impact of a sudden and tragic loss on a seemingly happy and well-adjusted family. Giovanni, a psychiatrist, and his wife, who radiates warmth and intelligence, are left reeling after the untimely death...
7.1
14K votes
7.1
14K votes
Direction Antonio Albanese
Cast Antonio Albanese · Valeria Milillo · Antonio Petrocelli · Sara Anticoli
Synopsis Uomo d'acqua dolce (1997) follows the story of Antonio and Beatrice, a married couple expecting a child. One evening, Beatrice craves artichokes in oil, prompting Antonio to rush to the supermarket. Tragically, he is struck by a falling packet of...
7.0
33 votes
7.0
33 votes
Direction Marco Bellocchio
Cast Gian Maria Volonté · Fabio Garriba · Carla Tatò · Jacques Herlin
Synopsis Slap the Monster on Page One (1972) unfolds against the backdrop of a tense political climate, just days before a pivotal general election. The narrative begins with the shocking discovery of the deceased daughter of a prominent professor. In response,...
7.0
203 votes
7.0
203 votes
Direction Federico Fellini
Cast Giulietta Masina · Marcello Mastroianni · Franco Fabrizi · Friedrich von Ledebur
Synopsis Ginger and Fred (1985) follows the story of Amelia and Pippo, a former dance duo who reunite after many years to reprise their classic music-hall routine, inspired by the legendary Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, for a television variety show....
7.0
2K votes
7.0
2K votes
Direction Sergio Rubini
Cast Sergio Rubini · Valeria Golino · Riccardo Scamarcio · Guido Giaquinto
7.0
26 votes
7.0
26 votes
Direction Paolo Taviani · Vittorio Taviani
Cast Omero Antonutti · Margarita Lozano · Sabina Vannucchi · Massimo Bonetti
Synopsis The Night of San Lorenzo (1982) unfolds during the tumultuous year of 1944, as a close-knit community in Italy faces the imminent threat of Nazi destruction. As whispers of an impending explosion spread, the townspeople are compelled to abandon their...
7.0
1K votes
7.0
1K votes
Direction Marco Bellocchio
Cast Yves Beneyton · Renato Scarpa · Aldo Sassi · Lou Castel
Synopsis In the Name of the Father (1972) presents a scathing critique of religion, power, and authority, directed by one of Italy's most unyielding filmmakers, Marco Bellocchio. The film offers a biting analysis of how authoritarian institutions erode individuality, focusing on...
6.9
221 votes
6.9
221 votes
Direction Federico Fellini
Cast Sergio Rubini · Marcello Mastroianni · Anita Ekberg · Federico Fellini
Synopsis Intervista (1987) follows the renowned director Federico Fellini as he is interviewed by a Japanese television crew for a feature on his most recent cinematic work. The film offers an exclusive glimpse into the bustling environment of Cinecittà, where a...
6.9
628 votes
6.9
628 votes
Direction Nanni Moretti
Cast Nanni Moretti · Renato Carpentieri · Antonio Neiwiller · Jennifer Beals
6.9
9K votes
6.9
9K votes
Direction Nanni Moretti
Cast Nanni Moretti · Silvio Orlando · Mariella Valentini · Asia Argento
6.8
473 votes
6.8
473 votes
Direction Giuseppe Tornatore
Cast Ben Gazzara · Laura del Sol · Lino Troisi · Leo Gullotta
Synopsis The Professor (1986) chronicles the criminal ascent of "Il professore" (the professor), loosely based on the true story of Camorra leader Raffaele Cutolo. Imprisoned, he meticulously constructs a vast empire fueled by violence and narcotics. His ambition drives him to...
6.8
554 votes
6.8
554 votes
Direction Marco Bellocchio
Cast Pierfrancesco Favino · Maria Fernanda Cândido · Fabrizio Ferracane · Luigi Lo Cascio
Synopsis The Traitor (2019) unfolds in the early 1980s amidst a brutal conflict between Sicilian mafia leaders vying for control of the heroin trade. Tommaso Buscetta, a high-ranking mafia member, seeks refuge in Brazil to escape the violence. From his hiding...
6.8
3K votes
6.8
3K votes
Direction Philippe Lioret
Cast Sandrine Bonnaire · Philippe Torreton · Grégori Derangère · Émilie Dequenne
Synopsis L' Equipier (The Light) (2004) follows Camille as she journeys to the island of Ouessant, her birthplace along the Brittany coast, with the intention of selling her family's home. During her final night in the house, she uncovers a hidden...
6.7
1K votes
6.7
1K votes
Direction Roberto Benigni
Cast Roberto Benigni · Jean Reno · Nicoletta Braschi · Emilia Fox
Synopsis The Tiger y the Snow (2005) follows the journey of an Italian poet who finds himself in a whirlwind of romance and chaos as he becomes entangled in the early stages of the American invasion of Iraq. The story unfolds...
6.7
10K votes
6.7
10K votes