Nine months have gone since the start of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, and at RIFF, attention to it was unavoidable. The Taras Tomenko film “Boney Piles” will start at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 22.

Four feature films that reject standardized formulas to delve into the nuances of contemporary storytelling, presenting tales of obstinacy, vulnerability, and rupture. This selection explores the landscape of independent Italian cinema, highlighting a recurring theme: territory—both physical and emotional-as a space defined by conflict, contradiction,

RIFF 2026 brings seven Italian documentaries to the big screen—some of the finest work you’ll see all year. Starting November 27th. Are you ready? We kick things off with the world premiere of “Renea – Nel nome dei figli” by Max Nardari, featuring Giuliana De