Monica Vitti: The Eternal Gaze

This book follows Monica Vitti from her formative years in Rome to international fame in Michelangelo Antonioni's masterpieces. It explores her varied career in European film beyond Antonioni, her later years and her battle with Alzheimer's, and the lasting relevance of her work. Lovers of Italian and European cinema, film students and admirers of classic screen icons will find this a moving and insightful portrait. Clearly organised into short, focused sections, it is easy to dip into or read from cover to cover. 162 pages.