In a move that continues its tradition of celebrating cinematic titans, the Turin Film Festival (TFF) has announced that its 43rd edition, set to run from November 21 to 29, 2025, will be dedicated to the iconic Paul Newman. The festival will mark the centenary of the beloved actor’s birth with a curated selection of 24 films that span his remarkable career, from his early days in the 1950s to his international breakthroughs and his later, more profound performances.Newman, renowned for his magnetic charisma, intense acting, and expressive gaze, brought to life unforgettable characters that have left an indelible mark on global audiences.

The official manifesto for the festival features a powerful photograph of Newman taken in 1981 on the set of Sydney pollack’s “Absence of Malice.” The image, captured by Eva Sereny and licensed through Iconic Images, encapsulates the actor’s enduring appeal.

giulio Base, Director of the Turin Film Festival, expressed his enthusiasm for the tribute. “Following the successful celebration of Marlon Brando’s centenary in the last edition, it felt a natural progression to focus on Paul newman, whose own centenary arrives this year,” Base stated. “Both were exceptional talents,friends,and rivals,representing a significant passing of the torch between two giants who shaped our collective imagination. they also shared a deep commitment to human rights and the fight against racial discrimination. now, the spotlight turns to Paul Newman, his magnetic performances, and those clear, restless eyes that continue to resonate with us, just as they do from the festival’s manifesto.”

The Turin film Festival is organized by the National Cinema Museum of Turin and receives support from the Ministry of Culture – Directorate General for Cinema and Audiovisual, the Piedmont Region, the City of Turin, the Compagnia di San Paolo Foundation, and the CRT foundation.