La Grazia: film screening + panel discussion

The film follows the final months of the Italian president (Toni Servillo)'s term in office. His brilliant middle-aged lawyer-daughter Dorotea (Anna Ferzetti) has brought legislation for him to sign that challenges his beliefs. As the clock ticks, the President must also decide on two pardon requests that pose hazardous moral challenges.

In a subtle way, La Grazia touches on questions of guilt, responsibility and moral judgement – themes that are central not only to the film, but also to the law itself. These and other aspects of the role of law and justice in film and society will be analysed during the panel discussion and active Q&A with the public. Together, we will explore how film can contribute to our understanding of the law, and how stories such as La Grazia open up new perspectives on the production of legal knowledge.

Curious about this event? Read Carolina Cicati's blog post on La Grazia and what makes "a Great Jurist" here!