Amore in Southern Italy

The Coccia Institute was thrilled to collaborate with the National Organization of Italian American Women (NOIAW) in presenting “Amore in Southern Italy,” held on Monday, February 9th in the College of Communication & Media’s Presentation Hall.

Palermo: Amore e Fontane film poster

This event showcased two short movies, produced by Marylou and Jerome Bongiorno. Following the screening of “Amore nel Sannio” and “Palermo: Amore e Fontane,” a Q&A session moderated by Cristina Latino, MBA (Coccia Institute Program Coordinator) featured an engaging conversation with the two filmmakers and actress, Grace Manzo.

Q&A session moderated by Cristina Latino, MBA, with panelists Marylou & Jerome Bongiorno and Grace Manzo.

On behalf of the Office of Alumni Engagement, the newly established Italian American Alumni Network (IAAN) was also advertised at this event. For any Montclair State University alumni of Italian American descent interested in becoming a member, please contact Lauren Sagnella or Nada Rustom.

A group photo featuring filmmakers Jerome & Marylou Bongiorno, actress Grace Manzo, Coccia Institute Program Coordinator, Cristina Latino, MBA, and Chiara Cardone (Coccia Institute Program Assistant).

Many thanks to NOIAW, Bongiorno Productions, and the IAAN for their collaboration on this successful event!

Amore nel Sannio film poster.

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