January 14 - April 01

Discover Italy through Cinema

12 iconic movies to explore Italian language and culture

Additional information

Discover Italian language and culture through 12 iconic films, from Ladri di biciclette to La grande bellezza.

Each week, students will independently watch one film and then meet for an engaging discussion focused on language, cultural themes, and cinematic expression.

The course combines linguistic practice with cultural exploration. Guided by Barbara, you’ll analyze dialogue, context, and key scenes while deepening your understanding of Italian society, humor, and history — learning Italian through the stories that have shaped it.

You can choose to enroll in the full 12-lesson program or select individual lessons to focus on the movie that interest you most.

If you want to get the comprehensive package of 12 lessons, you can have it at a discounted rate of $610; kindly reach out to us at italianschool@sfiis.org to receive the discounted invoice.

Alternatively, you can enroll in individual classes from the list provided below.

 

  • Wednesday 12:00pm – 2:30pm PT

 

Textbook: “L’Italiano con il cinema”, Laura Nieddu

L’italiano con il cinema – Libreria Pino

Level: Pre-Avanzato and up

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The Italian Cinema
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Enroll in the class you prefer from the following list

AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Price
January 14
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Ladri di biciclette
$55/term
January 21
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - La Grande Guerra
$55/term
January 28
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - La Dolce Vita
$55/term
February 4
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Divorzio all'Italiana
$55/term
February 11
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Il Sorpasso
$55/term
February 18
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Il Gattopardo
$55/term
February 25
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Mimi' Metallurgico Ferito nell'Onore
$55/term
March 4
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Una Giornata Particolare
$55/term
March 11
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Mediterraneo
$55/term
March 18
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - I Cento Passi
$55/term
March 25
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - Manuale d'Amore
$55/term
April 1
W 12:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Teacher: Barbara (ONLINE) - La Grande Bellezza
$55/term
TEXTBOOK
Textbook
"L'Italiano con il cinema", Laura Nieddu
PRICE
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

12 Weeks

HOURS
Wednesday 12:00 - 2:30 pm PST
WHERE
Via Zoom

Let our students speak for us!

Truly a gem of a school
Erin Yu
"SFIIS runs a fantastic org and program - truly a gem of a school. The staff are warm and wonderfully efficient. I've done both in-person and online classes, and plan to continue for as long as I can. They cover all levels of Italian proficiency, with an engaging mix of private lessons, themed classes (e.g. Italian for Travelers), and regular Term classes. If you can, I highly recommend going in person for at least some lessons - they have a wonderful office in sunny North Beach."
Cannot recommend this online foreign language program for toddlers enough!
Andrea DiSandro
"First and foremost, let me sing praises for the incredible teacher, Francesca. She possesses a remarkable talent for not only teaching but captivating young minds. Her ability to blend learning and play seamlessly is nothing short of amazing. [...] What's truly heartwarming is witnessing my daughter's enthusiasm for her weekly class. [...] As a family that values multilingualism, I can confidently say that this virtual program stands head and shoulders above the rest. [...] I am beyond impressed and immensely grateful for the positive impact this program has had on our family. If you're seeking a top-tier virtual language learning experience for your little one, look no further. This program is truly amazing, and I wholeheartedly endorse it to any parent seeking to enrich their child's linguistic abilities.
Beginners 1 experience
Jeffrey Jordan
"I just completed my first course with Istituto Italiano Scuola and was quite impressed. It was both rigorous and fun in balance, inspiring me to learn and take my Italian further than ever before. I'll be back for the next level course."
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Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
The best way to maintain and improve my language skills
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
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