Roberto Rossellini – Living Without A Script

In 1956, Roberto Rossellini – the most important figure in Italian cinema and the father of neorealism – experiences a profound personal and artistic crisis. His recent films with Ingrid Bergman had failed, their marriage was falling apart, and the press gave him no peace. When Bergman returns to Hollywood, Rossellini accepts a unique invitation from the Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, to document the progress of this newly developing country. With growing doubts and a suitcase full of spaghetti, he sets off for Bombay, where he discovers a new creative energy and emotional renewal. India – balancing tradition and modernity – becomes a source of inspiration that reshapes his vision of cinema, art, and life. The film explores this crucial phase in Rossellini’s career and personal life, using rich archival materials and the director’s own narration to reveal his inner contradictions, passions, and quest for creative freedom. It is a story about courage in the face of crisis and how rediscovering oneself can permanently transform both artistic and personal life.