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Deep Dive: Palio (2015)

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Palio
Palio is a documentary that captures the Palio di Siena, the oldest horse race in the world, held twice a year in Siena, Italy. Directed by Cosima Spender, the film provides an in-depth look at this historic event, showcasing the passion and rivalry among the competing contrade, or districts, of Siena. The film features interviews and footage that highlight the cultural significance of the race and the dedication of the participants. The documentary premiered on April 18, 2015, at the Tribeca Film Festival, where it won the Best Editing for a Documentary award. With a runtime of 92 minutes, it combines stunning visuals and an engaging score to present the excitement and drama of the race, making it both an informative and entertaining watch.

Why Watch

  • •See the thrilling Palio di Siena horse race in action.
  • •Meet the passionate participants and their rivalries.
  • •Find out why critics called it 'Rocky on Horseback'.

Did You Know

•The Palio di Siena is the oldest continually run horse race in the world.
•The film won Best Editing for a Documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2015.
•On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has a 95% approval rating based on 20 critics.

Perfect For

Horse racing fansDocumentary enthusiastsItalian culture lovers