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Cert: 12A

La Grazia

As President of Italy Mariano De Santis starts to reach the end of his term, he reflects on his past, whilst grappling with one final duty - to decide whether to grant a presidential pardon on two prisoner petitions. Paolo Sorrentino reunites with his The Great Beauty lead actor Toni Servillo, to deliver this intelligent, stylish and darkly humourous drama.

Festivals:
Venice Film Festival 2025
Telluride Film Festival 2025
BFI London Film Festival 2025
Dublin International Film Festival 2026

Awards:

Winner - Best Actor, Venice Film Festival 2025

‘Paolo Sorrentino has rediscovered his voice, his wan humour and his flair for the surreal and sensational set piece; … It is a dry comedy of grief and regret.’

★★★★ The Guardian

‘Paolo Sorrentino gets his groove back with this compelling political drama.’

★★★★ The Irish Times