PLOT : For football fans and Italophiles, 1990 was the era of Notti Magiche. Ein Sommer in Italien offers an intimate look at West Germany’s journey to glory on Italian soil, occurring just as the Berlin Wall fell. Utilizing exclusive, never-before-seen 8mm footage filmed by legendary coach Sepp Maier, the documentary reveals the raw humanity and humor of the squad behind the scenes. From sun-drenched stadiums to emotional reflections from icons like Lothar Matthäus and Andreas Brehme, the film celebrates the synergy between German determination and Italian hospitality, capturing the magical nights that united a reunifying nation through the beautiful game.

Nadja Kölling, Vanessa Goll. Nadja Kölling and Vanessa Goll are acclaimed German documentarians celebrated for weaving historical milestones into deeply personal narratives. Kölling specializes in high-profile biographical projects, while Goll is a master of archival storytelling, bringing "lost" footage to life with cinematic flair. In Ein Sommer in Italien, they pay tribute to the 1990 World Cup, a tournament sacred to the Italian heart.

Length 1h 37min

Distribution B14 Film
Production B14 Film

Sat July 11

8:30PM

Outdoor

Spirit Theatre

Distillery District

Toronto

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A Summer in Italy – World Cup 1990