Next Week in Bologna

About This Movie

Next Week in Bologna offers this quirky blend of comedy wrapped in a narrative that feels both lighthearted and reflective. The film plays with the conventions of Italian Neo-Realism while managing to keep a playful tone—almost like a wink to the audience. The pickpocket cinema projectionist, whose perspective we see the intertwining stories unfold, really adds a layer of charm and irony to the narrative. You’ve got a timid adjunct professor from Australia and a few other eccentrics that come and go, each representing different facets of tourism and cultural exchanges. The pacing has a leisurely feel, making the moments of humor stand out more. There’s something raw and honest in the performances, too, that grounds the whole experience amid the whimsical chaos of Bologna’s summer streets.

Intertwined narratives give a unique perspectivePlayful nod to Italian Neo-RealismRaw performances enhance the comedic tone