The early short films by Cesare Ronconi, winners at Salsomaggiore in 1985—a festival directed by Adriano Aprà and crafted with the collaboration of Marco Melani—are a remarkable experiment in cinematic form. Featuring static framing, these films unfold in a cosmic/comic loop that defies traditional staging and video conventions, offering a groundbreaking approach to visual storytelling.
Cesare Ronconi
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Hard Luck69%
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Caicedo (with Pole)60%
Quay60%
Minions & More 274%
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More74%
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Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 178%
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Curve69%
Stop Making Sense83%
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Valentino: The Last Emperor65%
