Le città di pianura Wins Big at the 71st David di Donatello
06.05.2026Italy’s most prestigious film awards, the David di Donatello, were handed out on 6 May 2026 in their 71st edition. Francesco Sossai’s debut feature Le città di pianura (Plain Cities) triumphed with 8 wins from 16 nominations, claiming both Best Film and Best Director. It was a landmark night for independent Italian cinema, with jury and critics emphasizing the power of emerging voices.
Notable mentions: Paolo Sorrentino’s much-anticipated La Grazia received no awards despite multiple nominations — a surprise outcome. The international prize for Best International Film went to Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Best Film | Le città di pianura — Francesco Sossai |
| Best Director | Francesco Sossai — Le città di pianura |
| Best Actor | Sergio Romano — Le città di pianura |
| Best Actress | Aurora Quattrocchi — Gioia Mia |
| Best Supporting Actor | Lino Musella — Nonostante |
| Best Supporting Actress | Matilda De Angelis — Fuori |
| Best Documentary | Roberto Rossellini – Più di una vita |
| Best International Film | One Battle After Another — Paul Thomas Anderson / Leonardo DiCaprio |
| Best Short Film | Everyday in Gaza |
| David Giovani (Youth Award) | Le assaggiatrici |
| Audience Award | Buen Camino |
