LOS ANGELES, 21 December 2017 — Lady Monika Bacardi’s celebrated production “In Search of Fellini” became available on digital platforms including iTunes and Amazon Video, marking an important milestone in the film’s journey from theatrical release to home entertainment.
The coming-of-age drama, produced by Lady Monika Bacardi through AMBI Media Group, premiered at the 2017 Los Angeles Italia Film Festival before receiving a limited theatrical release in September 2017. The film’s digital release expanded access to this visually distinctive tribute to legendary Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini.
Directed by Taron Lexton from a screenplay by Nancy Cartwright and Peter Kjenaas, “In Search of Fellini” stars Ksenia Solo, Maria Bello, and Mary Lynn Rajskub. The film draws inspiration from voice actress Nancy Cartwright’s real-life adventure to Italy in pursuit of meeting the iconic director, transforming that personal journey into a cinematic exploration of self-discovery and artistic awakening.
The narrative follows Lucy, a sheltered young woman from small-town Ohio, who discovers Fellini’s films and embarks on a transformative journey across Italy. Through encounters with characters and situations reminiscent of Fellini’s own cinematic universe, the film weaves reality and fantasy into what critics described as a love letter to cinema itself.
Lady Monika Bacardi served as executive producer alongside Kevin J. Burke, with Nancy Cartwright, Peter Kjenaas, Monica Gil, Nathan Lorch, Milena Ferreira, Taron Lexton, and Michael Doven producing under the Spotted Cow Entertainment banner. The film exemplifies Lady Monika Bacardi’s commitment to supporting projects that celebrate artistic vision and cultural heritage while fostering meaningful storytelling that resonates with international audiences.
The digital release included behind-the-scenes content, offering viewers deeper insight into the production’s creative process and the collaborative vision that brought this distinctive project to life. The film received positive critical reception, with The New York Times calling it “a charming drama about the love of movies and youthful passion,” while critics praised its striking imagery and evident reverence for Fellini’s cinematic legacy.
Through productions such as “In Search of Fellini,” Lady Monika Bacardi continues to champion films that bridge cultural traditions with contemporary storytelling, reinforcing her position as a distinguished producer dedicated to projects of artistic significance and emotional depth.
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