USA Premiere

SYNOPSIS

In the heart of central Italy, at the foot of the cliff of Orvieto, lies “Campo della Fiera” (Fairground Field), a place where sacredness and history have been intertwined for over two thousand years. A federal sanctuary of the Etruscans, then a spiritual centre for the Romans and finally a home for the Franciscans, this site bears witness to a thousand-year-old heritage.

Thanks to decades of archaeological excavations, extraordinary finds have come to light: precious ceramics, ancient temples and a mysterious well that holds forgotten treasures. Through exciting reconstructions, interviews with archaeologists and spectacular footage, the documentary reveals the life, decline and rebirth of a unique place.

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR

Massimo D'Alessandro began his activity in the theatrical and musical field in the 1980s, mainly dealing with music, communication and direction.

In 1990 he was founding member of the non-profit organization A.S.S.O. (Underwater Archeology Speleology Organization), an established organization in the field of underwater archaeological and speleological research. With this organization he carries out numerous exploratory expeditions in caves and underwater archaeological researches all over the world. Activity that continues today.

To date he has made as author and director many productions of which 16 documentaries (selected in numerous world festivals) distributed until 2016 by Minerva Pictures on the national and international television market and now distributed directly by A.S.S.O. ETS.

AWARDS & SCREENINGS

Audience Award and Special Mention of the Jury at Firenze Archeofilm 2025