Marcella Hazan changed how we cook and experience Italian food. A disabled woman trained as a scientist, Marcella never cooked until she immigrated to America. But through her cookbooks and teaching—and with an uncompromising commitment to Italian tradition—her impact was felt in millions of American home kitchens. A new film tells her extraordinary, improbable, delicious story.
Post-screening discussion led by Joseph Sciorra, John D. Calandra Italian American Institute.
The Piccirilli Factor is a feature-length documentary exploring the legacy of the Piccirilli Brothers, Italian American sculptors who greatly contributed to shaping New York City’s urban landscape by carving some of its most iconic monuments. From their Bronx studio, they also brought to life national symbols like the Lincoln Memorial, blending artistry and back-breaking labor into the fabric of American identity. Through rare archival materials and expert interviews, the film reveals a hidden chapter in the story of public art and the collaborative spirit behind the City Beautiful movement.
Post-screening discussion led by Joseph Sciorra, John D. Calandra Italian American Institute.
