Venice, Italy – In a remarkable display of appreciation, filmmaker Michael Mann’s biographical film ‘Ferrari’ garnered a standing ovation that lasted an astonishing 7.5 minutes following its screening at the prestigious Venice Film Festival. This enthusiastic reception was reported by Deadline, a prominent U.S.-based media outlet.
The film enjoyed its primetime premiere screening on the iconic Lido, with acclaimed actors Adam Driver, Patrick Dempsey, and Daniela Piperno gracing the red carpet alongside director Michael Mann at the Palazzo del Cinema.
‘Ferrari,’ a biographical portrayal of racing magnate Enzo Ferrari, features a stellar cast including Adam Driver, Penelope Cruz, and Shailene Woodley.
The film’s narrative strikes a chord with the Italian audience, delving into a story that commences in the summer of 1957, depicting the crisis faced by the former racer Enzo Ferrari (portrayed by Adam Driver). Bankruptcy looms menacingly over the factory that he and his wife, Laura (Penelope Cruz), painstakingly built from scratch a decade earlier. Their tumultuous marriage has weathered the loss of their son just a year ago, and Ferrari grapples with acknowledging his son with Lina Lardi (Shailene Woodley). Simultaneously, the unwavering determination of his racing drivers propels them to the brink as they embark on the perilous 1,000-mile race across Italy known as the Mille Miglia, as per Deadline.
Adam Driver steps into the title role, replacing Hugh Jackman, while Penelope Cruz takes on the role of Enzo’s wife, Laura. Shailene Woodley, known for her role in ‘Big Little Lies,’ portrays the character of the mistress, Lina Lardi.
It is worth noting that ‘Ferrari’ secured a SAG-AFTRA interim agreement earlier this month, allowing its esteemed cast to promote the film on the festival circuit. This circuit includes a closing-night presentation at the New York Film Festival in mid-October, as reported by Deadline.
The production of ‘Ferrari’ has been a topic of discussion for the past two decades, previously encountering uncertainty due to the financial instability of STX, the U.S. studio overseeing the project.
