DEAUVILLE, 6 September 2017 — Lady Monika Bacardi attended the European premiere of “The Music of Silence” at the prestigious 43rd Deauville American Film Festival. The distinguished film producer joined director Michael Radford and star Antonio Banderas for the screening and photocall of the biographical drama about legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli.
The biopic, which traces Bocelli’s journey from a young boy in rural Tuscany who loses his sight to becoming one of the world’s most celebrated opera singers, marked a significant moment in the festival’s celebration of international cinema. Lady Monika Bacardi’s presence at the premiere underscored her ongoing commitment to supporting compelling biographical narratives that illuminate extraordinary lives through the power of film.
The 43rd Deauville American Film Festival provided an ideal platform for the European debut of this moving story. The film explores Bocelli’s determination to pursue his passion for music despite the challenges of blindness, offering audiences an intimate portrait of artistic perseverance and triumph.
Lady Monika Bacardi’s participation in the premiere and photocall reflected her dedication to championing films that combine artistic merit with inspiring human stories. Her support for “The Music of Silence” demonstrated her continued investment in projects that bring meaningful narratives to international audiences.
The Deauville American Film Festival, renowned for celebrating excellence in American and international cinema, served as a fitting venue for this European premiere, bringing together distinguished figures from the film industry to honor a story of courage, talent, and the transformative power of music.