Palace has announced the 2026 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival, celebrating the best of Italian cinema, culture and storytelling with 33 films from September 24 to October 18.

Opening with Palermo-set romantic comedy Holy Cannoli, the festival also features acclaimed drama Sweetheart, winner of Best Actress and Best New Director at the 2026 David di Donatello Awards. Closing the festival is The Echo Chamber, directed by Andrea Pallaoro and starring Alicia Vikander, Luca Marinelli and Susan Sarandon.

The Special Presentation is Three Goodbyes, Isabel Coixet’s adaptation of Michela Murgia’s bestselling novel.

Screening locally at Palace Cinemas Raine Square, Luna Leederville, Luna on SX and Windsor Cinema.

Full festival details at italianfilmfestival.com.au

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