Tunisia is paying tribute to iconic actress Claudia Cardinale with a series of cinematic events in Tunis and La Goulette, her hometown. The events, organized by the Italian Embassy and the Italian Cultural Institute in Tunis, will take place on September 26 and 27. The celebrations will begin with a screening of Luchino Visconti's film "Le Guépard" at the Italian Cultural Institute in Tunis. The film features Cardinale in the role of Angelica Sedara.
The second event will take place in La Goulette on September 27, where a screening of Cardinale's last film, "L'Île du Pardon," will be held. The film was directed by Ridha Béhi and released in 2022. The screening will take place in front of a mural dedicated to Cardinale in Rue Scipion. The events are free and aim to celebrate Cardinale's life and career, as well as the historical ties between Italy and Tunisia.
Claudia Cardinale was born in Tunis in 1938 and began her cinematic career after being crowned "Most Beautiful Italian in Tunis" in 1957. The title allowed her to join the Cinecittà studios in Rome and go on to have an international career under the direction of renowned filmmakers such as Federico Fellini, Sergio Leone, and Blake Edwards.
Cardinale passed away in September 2025 at the age of 87 in France. Before her death, she had returned to Tunisia in May 2022, where she inaugurated a street named after her in La Goulette, as well as a commemorative mural. The events in Tunis and La Goulette aim to honor her memory and celebrate her contributions to the film industry.
The Italian Embassy and the Italian Cultural Institute in Tunis are organizing the events to highlight the strong ties between Italy and Tunisia. Cardinale's career spanned several decades and multiple countries, and her legacy continues to be celebrated by fans around the world.
Francesca Cristaldi, Cardinale's granddaughter, will be present at the screening in Tunis. The events are a testament to Cardinale's enduring impact on the film industry and her connection to Tunisia. The screenings will provide an opportunity for audiences to appreciate her work and legacy.
The tributes to Claudia Cardinale in Tunis and La Goulette demonstrate the lasting impact of her career and the strong cultural ties between Italy and Tunisia. The events will celebrate her life, career, and legacy, ensuring that her memory continues to inspire future generations of filmmakers and film enthusiasts.
Key points
- Tunisia honors Claudia Cardinale with film screenings in Tunis and La Goulette.
- Events celebrate Cardinale's life, career, and legacy.
- Screenings take place on September 26 and 27, organized by the Italian Embassy and the Italian Cultural Institute in Tunis.
