Comedy,Drama
Italy,France
Dear Diary (Italian: Caro diario) is a 1993 Italian film written, directed, and starring Nanni Moretti. The film is divided into three parts that are linked by Moretti's personal search for meaning in his life.
In the first part, titled On My Vespa, Moretti rides his Vespa through Rome, observing the changes in the city and reflecting on his own experiences with illness. In the second part, Islands, Moretti travels to the Aeolian Islands off the coast of Sicily, where he explores the beauty of the natural environment and the complexities of communication with the local residents.
The final part, Doctors, focuses on Moretti's experiences with various doctors and alternative health practitioners as he seeks treatment for his chronic rash. Throughout the film, Moretti presents a satirical commentary on Italian society, politics, and culture, as well as his own personal struggles and contemplations.
Dear Diary was critically acclaimed for its witty humor, insightful observations, and unique blend of documentary-style footage with fictionalized scenes. The film won the Palme d'Or at the 1994 Cannes Film Festival, cementing Moretti's status as one of the most important Italian filmmakers of his generation.
