Genova and Liguria have been chosen as a set by many Tv and movie production over the course of the years. From Alfred Hitchcock to Jean Gabin, from Vittorio Gassman to Marcello Mastroianni, from Michèle Morgan to Sofia Loren, many of the greatest actors and directors of the past have worked in our region.
In recent times the number of productions who have worked in Genova and Liguria has increased exponentially.
Quotes from people who have recently shot in Liguria
Silvio Soldini, director, Italy
Genoa is a fascinating city. I think it has an extraordinary visual impact.
Oliver Dommenget, director, Germany
I like Liguria much better than the Cote d'Azur. It has less modern building mixed with the old ones. It's more authentic.
Annette Frier, actress, Germany
People in Liguria are different from the rest of Italy, they are more like us Mittle-Europeans. I was impressed by their precision and reliability.
Michael Winterbottom, director, UK
Besides the great visual appeal, Genova is very warm and friendly with film productions.
Lina Wertmuller, director, Italy
I love Genova, people are nice. But you have often to deal with stairs and slopes.
From left to right: Silvio Soldini, Annette Frier, Michael Winterbotton, Lina Wertmuller.
