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The Great Epiphany of Wörth
Directed by Michele Trentini
On the day of the Epiphany, a grand parade half-way between Christianity and paganism is staged, incorporating all the ancient characters of Alpine fables, the Twelve Days of Christmas, and...
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Men at Work
Directed by Christine Moderbacher
“Men at Work” depicts the daily working life of one of the few remaining institutions in Austria that still employs only men. They are responsible for a 39 km stretch...
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The Sacred Thresh
Directed by Michele Trentini
After ploughing and sowing, there follows harvesting and threshing, with a very dignified threshing squad ritually touring the village inns. This film is part of **Carnival King of Europe DVD...
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Sweeping Evil Away in Rauris
Directed by Michele Trentini
The Schnabelperchten of Rauris in the Salzburger Alps are mysterious, spiteful figures who appear out of nowhere with their brooms, and go round every house to perform a simple and...
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A Women’s Carnival in Tyrol
Directed by Michele Trentini
Patsch is only place in the whole of Tyrol, where a company of women takes on the lead role of the Carnival parade. This film is part of **Carnival King...
RAI FILM Festival 2025
The next RAI FILM Festival will take place in person from 27-30 March 2025 at the Watershed Cinema and the Arnolfini International Centre for Contemporary Arts in Bristol (UK) and online throughout the month of April 2025.
