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Isabella Rossellini received the Excellence Award at the Locarno Film Festival, marking a significant moment for the acclaimed actress. During the opening ceremony, Rossellini expressed her emotion over the honor, noting that her father received the same recognition in 1948 for “Germany, Year Zero,” and her brother Renzo, a notable producer who worked with legendary directors, received it four years prior. The recognition places her among generations of celebrated filmmakers in her family.
At her masterclass at the festival, Rossellini discussed her acclaimed web series “Green Porno” and “Seduce Me,” which explore animal mating rituals. The actress, who holds a master’s degree in Animal Behavior and Conservation, explained that she created these projects using minimal technology, drawing inspiration from early cinema techniques. Animals have become her creative muses, and she is currently developing a new short series called “The Survival of the Friendliest,” which examines the evolution of domesticated animals and explores themes of biological diversity.
Rossellini reflected on her early career, including her collaboration with director David Lynch on “Blue Velvet” in 1986. She recalled their first meeting and the director’s response upon learning her identity, as well as her approach to understanding her character through rehearsal. The actress also discussed her earlier work in modeling and journalism, periods that provided stability during challenging moments in her acting career and helped her develop confidence in her artistic abilities.
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Originally reported by Variety →
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