The Cultara Section

Written By Poe Verhoeven

The article from the Cultura section (ANSA, June 7, 2025) is about Monica Guerritore on the set of her film “Anna”, in which she portrays the legendary actress Anna Magnani.

Main points of the article:

  • Guerritore aims to show not the icon, but the real woman behind Magnani.

  • She strives for a raw, sincere portrayal, avoiding theatrical embellishment.

  • She describes Magnani as a “wild, deliberately unpolished” woman who stayed true to herself.

  • The film begins around the year Magnani won her Oscar (1956) and dives into her deepest humanity.

In short: the article highlights how Monica Guerritore seeks to convey Magnani’s authenticity and strength in an honest, emotionally charged film.

Poe Verhoeven
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