The 21st edition of the Monte-Carlo Film Festival opens on Wednesday 27 November

of the Comedy, chaired by Ezio Greggio, creator and President of the event,

“I am happy to have assembled this Jury of which I am very proud, composed of two

international actresses such as Anne Brochet and Andrea Ferreol, a talented actress

of the new generation, Federica Sabatini and an Italian actor of the caliber of Ricky

Memphis has been the protagonist of comedies and productions dedicated to the small and medium-sized

big screen”. And he adds: “This year too we are very satisfied with the level

of the selected films in competition, as is the tradition of our Festival, and

this year will be a beautiful edition again. I thank you for the support of your

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II and the Italian Embassy in the Principality of

Monaco with the new ambassador HE Manuela Ruosi”.

During the press conference, conducted by Ezio Greggio, Anne Brochet, the

The President of the Jury responded to the host's questions about

his career: “I have always loved working with fussy but pleasant directors.”

Andrea Ferreol has repeatedly underlined his great love for Italy and for “Il

food, people, cities that are open-air museums and of course the great

cinema”. And once again he does not forget his esteem and gratitude for the

Maestro Marco Ferreri who opened the doors of fame and success for her.

The young actress Federica Sabatini at her first experience as a judge of a

Film Festival, enthusiastic about participating in the Kermesse underlines its great

love for Quentin Tarantino's cinema and adds "I would love to work with

“Paul Virzì”.

Finally, the only male presence in the Jury, Ricky Memphis, who, regarding the

Comedy has told how important and fundamental it is to have the right timing

to make people laugh. Among his most important memories related to his experience, there is the series

“Police District”, which marked important moments in his life.”