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Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno
Adv-Intermediate
55 Videos

The incredible story of Domenico Modugno who, from a little town in Apulia, went on to conquer the hearts of the entire world with his famous song Nel blu dipinto di blu (in the blue [sky], painted blue), better known as Volare (flying). Giuseppe Fiorello is a perfect choice for playing Modugno, given his talent as both actor and singer.

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Pages: 4 of 4 
─ Videos: 46-55 of 55 Totaling 3 hours 26 minutes

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 16

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

As Franco Migliacci wakes up after his hangover, he sees the poster he bought of Chagall's famous blue painting, and starts writing some lyrics. Later on he gets together with Mimmo, and has to be cajoled into showing him what he has written.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 17

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

Three months have passed, and Mimmo and Riccardo are still trying to find the right lyrics for the song. Their frustration comes to the surface and the song risks going up in smoke.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 18

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

In the middle of the night, Mimmo finally comes up with the refrain to the song that would become famous the world over. He can't curb his enthusiasm and calls Franco and Gramitto, even though it's three in the morning.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 19

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

When Franca comes home after her day on set, she finds Mimmo asleep on the couch surrounded by sheets of music paper. She has some news for him. He goes to Milan to meet with Gramitto who has always been skeptical about the new song ever taking off.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 20

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

It's New Year's Eve and Mimmo and Franca celebrate with friends. As promised, Mimmo gets some concert clothes from the Sanremo festival. And then, the big day arrives and Domenico finds himself in the midst of already famous artists.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 21

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

Franco Migliaccio is filled with pessimism and Johnny Dorelli is filled with fear, but Mimmo is feeling very sure of himself at the Sanremo Festival.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 22

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

Mimmo and Franca have a relaxing moment by the sea. Franca has some important news for him.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 23

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

The big night arrives and we, along with so many watching him on black and white TV, finally hear the song in Modugno's performance at Sanremo. It was a moment of great pride and optimism for Italy.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 24

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

The winner of Sanremo is announced, and the news travels fast. The winning song makes Italians feel optimistic after the terrible war and postwar periods.

Volare - La grande storia di Domenico Modugno - Ep. 2 - Part 25

Difficulty: difficulty - Adv-Intermediate Adv-Intermediate

Italy

Domenico Modugno goes to New York City, where he sees his song has taken over. It made history all over the world.

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