1 00:00:02,000 --> 00:00:07,000 Downloaded from YTS.MX 2 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:13,000 Official YIFY movies site: YTS.MX 3 00:00:19,280 --> 00:00:21,840 2023 MISS ITALY AGENT CONFERENCE 4 00:00:24,840 --> 00:00:26,280 Good evening. 5 00:00:34,240 --> 00:00:37,840 The Miss Italy pageant is once again in your hands. 6 00:00:37,920 --> 00:00:42,000 You, our amazing regional agents, bring together beauty from all over Italy. 7 00:00:42,600 --> 00:00:44,680 We want this year to be 8 00:00:45,720 --> 00:00:47,040 just like it used to be. 9 00:00:48,360 --> 00:00:51,680 And let's not be discouraged if some things have changed 10 00:00:51,760 --> 00:00:53,920 because change is part of life. 11 00:00:54,800 --> 00:00:57,920 The pageant doesn't deserve the crisis that it's in. 12 00:00:58,000 --> 00:01:01,560 But to overcome this situation, we must keep up with the times 13 00:01:01,640 --> 00:01:03,040 and follow some new requirements. 14 00:01:09,880 --> 00:01:11,880 Take it or leave it. 15 00:01:11,960 --> 00:01:13,880 Live or die. 16 00:01:21,800 --> 00:01:23,400 Smile. Smile. 17 00:01:28,040 --> 00:01:30,520 Ladies and gentlemen, fasten your seat belts. 18 00:01:30,600 --> 00:01:33,040 We're about to take a wild ride into the beautiful, 19 00:01:33,120 --> 00:01:36,200 electrifying world of Miss Italy! 20 00:01:41,240 --> 00:01:43,960 Stand up straight. Shoulders back. Don't slouch. 21 00:01:45,640 --> 00:01:50,000 And make an entrance. Keep smiling. Come on. You look like it's a funeral. 22 00:01:56,640 --> 00:02:00,160 Don't rush off. Make sure they get a good look at you. 23 00:02:06,560 --> 00:02:09,080 Over here. This way. Not at Mom and Dad or Grandma. 24 00:02:09,160 --> 00:02:10,120 Move closer. 25 00:02:12,200 --> 00:02:13,680 Stop watching Netflix, please. 26 00:02:19,960 --> 00:02:24,160 MISS ITALIA MUSTN’T DIE 27 00:02:24,240 --> 00:02:27,560 THE DIRECTOR 28 00:02:27,640 --> 00:02:30,160 Let's start with the basics. 29 00:02:31,200 --> 00:02:32,960 What is Miss Italy? 30 00:02:43,960 --> 00:02:48,840 Miss Italy has been a tradition for the last 85 years. 31 00:02:52,600 --> 00:02:56,680 Miss Rome is 1.71 meters tall and weighs 62 kilos. 32 00:02:56,760 --> 00:02:58,880 It was a fairy-tale world, 33 00:02:58,960 --> 00:03:03,240 like the magical transformation of a chrysalis into a butterfly. 34 00:03:03,320 --> 00:03:04,960 It was beautiful. 35 00:03:09,400 --> 00:03:12,320 The Miss Italy sash is given to Brunella Tocci. 36 00:03:19,760 --> 00:03:22,080 Kiss me, both of you. Here we go. 37 00:03:22,160 --> 00:03:24,200 One, two, three, go! 38 00:03:25,040 --> 00:03:27,360 Okay, they're terrible kissers. Like little kids. 39 00:03:30,240 --> 00:03:34,360 Miss Italy is a family story. It's my story. 40 00:03:36,080 --> 00:03:39,040 It's the story of Italian women. 41 00:03:43,440 --> 00:03:48,440 Miss Italy has turned 40. No, not the winner, the pageant. 42 00:03:48,520 --> 00:03:51,800 Enzo Mirigliani is the director of the Miss Italy brand. 43 00:03:53,160 --> 00:03:55,120 Think of me like a father. 44 00:03:55,840 --> 00:03:59,760 Well, all girls my age dream of being successful and becoming a Miss. 45 00:03:59,840 --> 00:04:02,960 My father made young girls' dreams come true. 46 00:04:05,640 --> 00:04:07,960 Good evening. I'm Mara Carfagna. 47 00:04:08,040 --> 00:04:11,360 A vote for me will make my mom happy. And me. 48 00:04:11,960 --> 00:04:15,560 Francesca, for you, Miss Italy continues. 49 00:04:18,960 --> 00:04:21,760 For my father, Miss Italy was like a daughter. 50 00:04:21,840 --> 00:04:23,520 She was my sister. 51 00:04:24,680 --> 00:04:27,480 Director Enzo Mirigliani, and his daughter, Patrizia. 52 00:04:29,280 --> 00:04:32,600 The pageant producer, working alongside her famous father, 53 00:04:33,280 --> 00:04:34,760 Patrizia Mirigliani. 54 00:04:35,600 --> 00:04:40,240 The Miss Italy pageant was always a very important event for our country. 55 00:04:41,400 --> 00:04:45,400 Tension mounts for contestants vying to be crowned the most beautiful girl in Italy. 56 00:04:47,080 --> 00:04:48,840 -Ilary Blasi! -Balivo! 57 00:04:48,920 --> 00:04:50,200 Toffanin! 58 00:04:50,280 --> 00:04:53,720 Get ready. I'm opening the envelope. Miss Italy is… 59 00:04:53,800 --> 00:04:56,040 Arianna David! 60 00:04:56,120 --> 00:04:58,520 Number Seventeen, Manila Nazzaro! 61 00:04:58,600 --> 00:05:00,720 Anna Valle! 62 00:05:00,800 --> 00:05:03,360 Miss Italy is many things, just like Italy. 63 00:05:03,440 --> 00:05:06,240 Denny Méndez! 64 00:05:06,840 --> 00:05:09,960 I voted for someone else, but that doesn't make me a racist. 65 00:05:10,480 --> 00:05:14,120 Let's forget about all that. We need to be citizens of the world. 66 00:05:15,320 --> 00:05:19,200 Our audience size rivaled the Sanremo Music Festival. 67 00:05:19,280 --> 00:05:22,400 Welcome, live from Salsomaggiore Terme. 68 00:05:22,480 --> 00:05:24,000 Eros Ramazzotti! 69 00:05:25,120 --> 00:05:27,360 Gerard Depardieu! 70 00:05:27,880 --> 00:05:29,320 Look at the beauty of Italy. 71 00:05:29,400 --> 00:05:32,840 Alain Delon crowns Martina Colombari! 72 00:05:34,200 --> 00:05:38,480 Miriam Leone, 25 years old, from Sicily, is the new Miss Italy. 73 00:05:39,000 --> 00:05:40,600 It's wonderful. 74 00:05:40,680 --> 00:05:43,560 What a feeling after all these years. It's incredible. 75 00:05:43,640 --> 00:05:44,880 And then… 76 00:05:48,080 --> 00:05:51,320 Enzo Mirigliani, the founding director of Miss Italy, 77 00:05:51,400 --> 00:05:53,800 died today in Rome at 94. 78 00:05:55,760 --> 00:05:57,720 That's when everything changed. 79 00:05:58,400 --> 00:06:02,280 Chamber President Laura Boldrini praises RAI Television's decision 80 00:06:02,360 --> 00:06:04,280 to no longer air Miss Italy. 81 00:06:06,840 --> 00:06:09,600 "Miss Italy, a banal parade of narcissism." 82 00:06:09,680 --> 00:06:11,600 "The seedy side of public television." 83 00:06:14,480 --> 00:06:16,920 It's very old-fashioned. A relic. 84 00:06:17,640 --> 00:06:21,400 All those bodies and exposed flesh? Like a meat market. 85 00:06:21,480 --> 00:06:24,080 Miss Italy has been outpaced by life, not by television. 86 00:06:25,080 --> 00:06:26,480 We were told, 87 00:06:27,720 --> 00:06:30,480 "RAI Television will no longer broadcast Miss Italy." 88 00:06:30,560 --> 00:06:32,480 "Management does not wish to promote 89 00:06:32,560 --> 00:06:35,120 the female image represented by the pageant." 90 00:06:36,040 --> 00:06:37,840 We should celebrate this decision. 91 00:06:38,360 --> 00:06:40,680 It reflects the values of the modern world. 92 00:06:42,240 --> 00:06:45,000 RAI was a sacred institution for my father. 93 00:06:45,080 --> 00:06:48,960 I thanked God he was already dead, because he'd never have survived 94 00:06:49,040 --> 00:06:51,360 such a crushing disappointment. 95 00:06:52,960 --> 00:06:55,240 He would've been humiliated. 96 00:06:55,760 --> 00:06:57,800 MISS ITALIA 2022 THE DECLINE OF A SHOW 97 00:06:57,880 --> 00:06:59,680 THE FINAL WILL BE STREAMED 98 00:07:01,040 --> 00:07:03,320 Good evening, everyone. 99 00:07:04,560 --> 00:07:07,440 To our friends watching on Facebook and YouTube, 100 00:07:07,520 --> 00:07:12,160 we'll soon be announcing the winner of Miss Italy 2022. 101 00:07:13,760 --> 00:07:16,160 "When death comes, it comes for you." 102 00:07:17,160 --> 00:07:19,400 "Death is our constant companion." 103 00:07:19,480 --> 00:07:20,760 IT'S LIKE A PORK ROAST FESTIVAL 104 00:07:20,840 --> 00:07:25,240 When things are going badly and people see you struggling, they don't help you. 105 00:07:26,960 --> 00:07:28,240 WOW, WHAT AN END 106 00:07:28,320 --> 00:07:29,720 They enjoy it. 107 00:07:29,800 --> 00:07:32,760 I want to thank Radicchio Restaurateurs. 108 00:07:34,960 --> 00:07:37,120 The pageant is so different now. 109 00:07:38,480 --> 00:07:44,120 Miss Italy 2022 is… Lavinia Abate! 110 00:07:45,160 --> 00:07:46,920 I don't recognize it. 111 00:07:57,400 --> 00:08:00,840 The people want Miss Italy to be the way it used to be. 112 00:08:00,920 --> 00:08:02,640 Like the old days. 113 00:08:02,720 --> 00:08:04,680 But there's a small group of radical feminists 114 00:08:04,760 --> 00:08:08,000 who are trying to be modern and chic that want to cancel it. 115 00:08:08,080 --> 00:08:09,440 It's dreadful. 116 00:08:09,520 --> 00:08:12,680 As if exhibiting beauty was some kind of terrible sin. 117 00:08:18,240 --> 00:08:20,640 Things with a long history don't end. 118 00:08:22,520 --> 00:08:23,840 They change. 119 00:08:24,960 --> 00:08:27,000 But change is difficult. 120 00:08:42,320 --> 00:08:47,400 Beauty alone is not enough. A contestant might be… super hot, 121 00:08:47,480 --> 00:08:52,080 but if she can't speak Italian properly, then I'm sorry, but she's out, guys. 122 00:08:53,000 --> 00:08:55,040 We're not interested in flighty girls 123 00:08:55,120 --> 00:08:57,440 who wiggle their way down the catwalk anymore. 124 00:08:57,520 --> 00:09:01,720 The audience has changed. People want to see beautiful girls, yes. 125 00:09:01,800 --> 00:09:04,800 But they also want them to be smart, fun, and modern. 126 00:09:06,480 --> 00:09:09,040 The selection criteria is outdated. 127 00:09:11,960 --> 00:09:15,520 Okay, listen to me. I've been doing Miss Italy for 44 years. 128 00:09:15,600 --> 00:09:18,600 It makes me very nervous when I hear this kind of talk. 129 00:09:18,680 --> 00:09:20,120 Well, maybe it should. 130 00:09:20,200 --> 00:09:24,040 Do you think I'm incapable of evaluating a girl, with all my experience? 131 00:09:24,120 --> 00:09:27,880 It sounds to me like you want to throw away the ideal of beauty. 132 00:09:27,960 --> 00:09:30,360 -That's not true. -No, I'm telling you it is true. 133 00:09:30,440 --> 00:09:32,560 In your day, Miss Italy was only about looks. 134 00:09:32,640 --> 00:09:33,640 Listen to me. 135 00:09:34,760 --> 00:09:36,920 Listen, we all feel the same as Gerry. 136 00:09:38,480 --> 00:09:41,080 Back in the day, the first thing we did with the girls 137 00:09:41,160 --> 00:09:43,960 was line them up and have them lift up their hair 138 00:09:44,040 --> 00:09:45,640 so we could see their ears. 139 00:09:45,720 --> 00:09:49,200 We spotted the ones with elephant ears, and they were the first to go. 140 00:09:49,280 --> 00:09:52,000 -Gerry… -Are we at least gonna do that? 141 00:09:52,080 --> 00:09:53,240 This is 2023. 142 00:09:53,320 --> 00:09:55,400 You need to keep up with what's happening in the world. 143 00:09:57,080 --> 00:10:00,760 When Miss Sicily was selected, there was a standing ovation. 144 00:10:00,840 --> 00:10:04,400 But then, you choose a different girl to compete in the finals? 145 00:10:04,480 --> 00:10:05,880 That can't happen. 146 00:10:06,400 --> 00:10:10,400 That girl you chose for Miss Campania was the ugliest one of them all. 147 00:10:10,480 --> 00:10:12,880 I understand, but if the Miss from your region 148 00:10:12,960 --> 00:10:16,160 doesn't meet the expectations, I have to do something about it. 149 00:10:16,240 --> 00:10:19,360 No, listen to me. There's something I forgot to tell you. 150 00:10:20,120 --> 00:10:23,720 On TikTok, this girl has a million and a half followers. 151 00:10:24,480 --> 00:10:28,440 So how much does beauty count? 80%, 70? 152 00:10:28,520 --> 00:10:29,560 Beauty is 70%. 153 00:10:29,640 --> 00:10:31,840 -70%. -Personality is 30. 154 00:10:31,920 --> 00:10:34,320 Right. If they know how to dance, sing… 155 00:10:34,400 --> 00:10:37,440 Look, I'm not suggesting these changes on a whim 156 00:10:37,520 --> 00:10:40,120 or as some kind of desperate power play. 157 00:10:40,200 --> 00:10:44,640 When I banned bikinis from the show, I didn't do it because I'm a prude. 158 00:10:45,160 --> 00:10:46,840 I did it because I could see there was 159 00:10:46,920 --> 00:10:49,480 a tsunami of protest headed for Miss Italy, 160 00:10:49,560 --> 00:10:51,760 and it was threatening to drown us. 161 00:10:51,840 --> 00:10:54,280 The hardcore feminists were on the rampage. 162 00:10:54,360 --> 00:10:57,080 "Swimsuits are an objectification of women." 163 00:10:57,160 --> 00:10:58,960 "Get rid of the swimsuits." 164 00:10:59,040 --> 00:11:00,280 Then came gender equality 165 00:11:00,360 --> 00:11:03,280 and more protest and more calls for change. 166 00:11:03,360 --> 00:11:05,280 It was chaos. 167 00:11:05,360 --> 00:11:08,640 Patrizia, you need to be strong and ignore the critics. 168 00:11:08,720 --> 00:11:11,640 Tell the world, "This is who I am, and this is my product." 169 00:11:11,720 --> 00:11:13,320 That's what Miss France does. 170 00:11:23,280 --> 00:11:25,480 Miss Italy is a big family. 171 00:11:30,960 --> 00:11:33,600 I often argue with my regional agents. 172 00:11:33,680 --> 00:11:36,880 Some of them are set in their ways and tied to the old system. 173 00:11:36,960 --> 00:11:38,520 But the younger ones get it, 174 00:11:38,600 --> 00:11:41,840 and they're ready to accept new rules for Miss Italy. 175 00:11:48,200 --> 00:11:51,360 MISS ITALY 2022 176 00:11:52,080 --> 00:11:54,240 Giovanni, after a day like today, 177 00:11:54,320 --> 00:11:56,400 fuck the whole world, right? 178 00:11:57,280 --> 00:12:00,280 Gerry's a veteran among the agents. 179 00:12:00,360 --> 00:12:02,800 He was my father's right-hand man. 180 00:12:03,960 --> 00:12:07,480 I've seen plenty of change since I started working for Miss Italy. 181 00:12:07,560 --> 00:12:11,040 But now, they're distorting the pageant just to get back on TV. 182 00:12:11,120 --> 00:12:13,800 That's what I don't like and what I don't understand. 183 00:12:18,720 --> 00:12:21,280 He says to me, "You're not like your father." 184 00:12:21,360 --> 00:12:23,200 "Your father was a great man." 185 00:12:23,280 --> 00:12:25,520 "Just think about what you're doing." 186 00:12:26,120 --> 00:12:27,880 I won't change my pageant. 187 00:12:27,960 --> 00:12:29,240 Why should I? 188 00:12:30,920 --> 00:12:34,840 So it'll be shown on RAI 1 or RAI 2? And what would I be presenting? 189 00:12:34,920 --> 00:12:37,640 Something completely different than what it was before. 190 00:12:37,720 --> 00:12:41,720 When I saw the pre-finals this year, I couldn't believe it. I felt sick. 191 00:12:41,800 --> 00:12:45,600 I was seething inside. I'd never seen anything like that before. 192 00:12:47,080 --> 00:12:48,320 I don't want to talk about it. 193 00:12:48,400 --> 00:12:50,360 -Let's have a drink. -Good idea. 194 00:12:57,520 --> 00:13:00,120 -You're not invited to join us. -Why not? 195 00:13:00,200 --> 00:13:02,640 -Because you're not. -Come on. Just a photo. 196 00:13:03,160 --> 00:13:04,920 Do you have an heir? 197 00:13:05,000 --> 00:13:06,520 At the moment, no. 198 00:13:07,040 --> 00:13:07,920 PATRIZIA'S SON 199 00:13:08,000 --> 00:13:09,160 Come on, Simone. 200 00:13:09,960 --> 00:13:13,280 Right now, I wouldn't even give him the Miss Italy doormat. 201 00:13:13,360 --> 00:13:15,200 One, two, three. 202 00:13:17,360 --> 00:13:18,520 What's your name? 203 00:13:18,600 --> 00:13:20,040 -Nicola. -Nicola what? 204 00:13:20,120 --> 00:13:21,120 AKA Mirigliani. 205 00:13:21,200 --> 00:13:22,160 AKA Mirigliani. 206 00:13:22,240 --> 00:13:25,000 You're such a proud grandfather. 207 00:13:25,920 --> 00:13:27,960 He's meticulous and intelligent. 208 00:13:31,280 --> 00:13:32,880 Like the director? 209 00:13:32,960 --> 00:13:34,840 Mm. Yes. Maybe even more so. 210 00:13:37,640 --> 00:13:39,440 He's my only heir, 211 00:13:39,520 --> 00:13:43,160 so he will be the one running the Miss Italy pageant one day. 212 00:13:44,560 --> 00:13:45,880 I'm just the chauffeur. 213 00:13:45,960 --> 00:13:48,920 This is a man's world. I'm just the woman in the middle. 214 00:13:51,640 --> 00:13:53,280 PATRIZIA'S HOUSE IN ROME 215 00:13:53,960 --> 00:13:55,840 Don't read that! Give it to me. 216 00:13:55,920 --> 00:13:58,240 -I'm curious. Come on. -No, no. No. 217 00:13:58,320 --> 00:13:59,520 Wow, it's long. 218 00:14:01,840 --> 00:14:03,200 Oh! 219 00:14:04,160 --> 00:14:05,560 I hurt myself. 220 00:14:05,640 --> 00:14:09,960 I love spending time with you, but it's also good to have a break. 221 00:14:10,040 --> 00:14:12,040 No, never. I'm going to stay here 222 00:14:12,120 --> 00:14:14,840 and chain myself to this couch so I can never leave. 223 00:14:14,920 --> 00:14:17,240 -I'm going to grow roots here. -That's fine by me. 224 00:14:17,320 --> 00:14:20,120 I'm fine with you chaining yourself here. I love it. 225 00:14:21,440 --> 00:14:24,200 What if I said, "I'll give you shares of Miss Italy"? 226 00:14:24,280 --> 00:14:25,520 There's no more left. 227 00:14:25,600 --> 00:14:26,600 What do you mean? 228 00:14:26,680 --> 00:14:27,640 Not many. 229 00:14:27,720 --> 00:14:29,480 Really, what would you do? 230 00:14:35,920 --> 00:14:39,280 -Would you sell the family business? -No, I wouldn't sell. No, not now. 231 00:14:39,880 --> 00:14:42,720 -But when? Tomorrow? -No. It's not the right time. 232 00:14:44,600 --> 00:14:46,640 So what's your strategy, then? 233 00:14:48,640 --> 00:14:49,760 -What is it? -I don't know. 234 00:14:49,840 --> 00:14:51,880 It's too hot to have an intense conversation. 235 00:14:55,120 --> 00:14:56,800 What would you do with it? 236 00:14:56,880 --> 00:14:59,040 You give it to me first, then I'll show you. 237 00:15:01,000 --> 00:15:03,680 PROVINCIAL SELECTIONS 238 00:15:03,760 --> 00:15:05,520 Hey everyone. Hi. 239 00:15:06,040 --> 00:15:07,600 Good morning. 240 00:15:11,880 --> 00:15:14,240 For the first time, Miss Italy will feature 241 00:15:14,320 --> 00:15:16,960 a big dance number that will be the opening sequence 242 00:15:17,040 --> 00:15:20,040 for all the regional competitions this summer. 243 00:15:22,760 --> 00:15:25,320 This crown is every woman's dream. 244 00:15:25,400 --> 00:15:29,600 We need to make sure that girls all over Italy are dancing to this. Okay? 245 00:15:30,600 --> 00:15:34,080 You could say, "Let's make this dance a TikTok trend." 246 00:15:34,160 --> 00:15:36,520 The word "trend" is very important. 247 00:15:37,040 --> 00:15:40,000 -Okay… Wait. What did you say? -It'll be insane. 248 00:15:40,080 --> 00:15:43,600 It'll be insane if it becomes a trend. Like, millions of views. 249 00:15:43,680 --> 00:15:45,880 If it becomes a trend, it'll be insane. 250 00:15:45,960 --> 00:15:48,360 -Let's do it! -Let's do it! 251 00:15:49,600 --> 00:15:52,080 Ready. Set, set, set. 252 00:15:52,160 --> 00:15:55,040 In front. Shoulders, hip, shoulders. 253 00:15:56,040 --> 00:15:56,920 Dream. 254 00:15:57,000 --> 00:15:58,040 Reality. 255 00:16:01,920 --> 00:16:03,160 SICILY 256 00:16:03,920 --> 00:16:08,200 We're just a few hours away from the 83rd edition of Miss Italy. 257 00:16:08,280 --> 00:16:10,840 Stand still. Strike a "Miss" pose. 258 00:16:12,120 --> 00:16:16,160 Twenty regional agents are preparing the final details. 259 00:16:16,240 --> 00:16:18,120 -Good morning. -How are you? 260 00:16:18,200 --> 00:16:19,640 You keep getting younger. 261 00:16:21,760 --> 00:16:25,600 The journey begins tonight for 6,000 aspiring contestants. 262 00:16:25,680 --> 00:16:27,240 Smile! Let me hear it! 263 00:16:28,640 --> 00:16:31,160 Over 500 selections will be made across Italy. 264 00:16:31,240 --> 00:16:33,960 Winning just one of these will earn the lucky girl 265 00:16:34,040 --> 00:16:36,800 the sash they need to progress to the next round. 266 00:16:36,880 --> 00:16:38,560 Okay, let's go. It's time. 267 00:16:38,640 --> 00:16:40,960 Welcome back, Miss Italy. 268 00:16:43,080 --> 00:16:46,320 MARIO AND MARGHERITA 269 00:16:47,800 --> 00:16:49,320 Okay, girls, listen up. 270 00:16:49,400 --> 00:16:52,400 If you win today, great. If you don't win, who cares? 271 00:16:52,480 --> 00:16:54,480 This is only the first round. 272 00:16:54,560 --> 00:16:56,080 There will be many more chances 273 00:16:56,160 --> 00:16:58,600 because there are lots of titles for Lazio. 274 00:16:58,680 --> 00:17:01,200 Thirteen or fourteen, I think. A lot, anyway. 275 00:17:01,280 --> 00:17:03,800 So, there are plenty of opportunities. 276 00:17:03,880 --> 00:17:06,800 I want you to stay calm, relaxed, and have fun. 277 00:17:06,880 --> 00:17:09,160 That's the only thing that really matters, right? 278 00:17:09,240 --> 00:17:11,360 And whoever wins, wins. 279 00:17:21,680 --> 00:17:24,400 I think we met at a show hosted by Carlucci. 280 00:17:24,920 --> 00:17:26,200 -Milly? -No. Wait… 281 00:17:26,280 --> 00:17:29,120 The maid of honor at your wedding. What was her name again? 282 00:17:29,680 --> 00:17:31,320 -Barbara D'Urso. -Barbara D'Urso. 283 00:17:32,160 --> 00:17:34,680 I own a modeling agency, and I'm giving fashion a try. 284 00:17:34,760 --> 00:17:36,720 There's a girl named Chiara Bordi. 285 00:17:36,800 --> 00:17:40,080 -She's the girl with one leg. -Bordi. Does she have a sister? 286 00:17:40,160 --> 00:17:41,040 No. 287 00:17:41,960 --> 00:17:43,360 Everyone, the director! 288 00:17:43,440 --> 00:17:46,240 Give it up for our wonderful director, Patrizia Mirigliani. 289 00:17:46,320 --> 00:17:48,480 Hi. Hello. 290 00:17:48,560 --> 00:17:49,760 Hi. 291 00:17:49,840 --> 00:17:51,840 There's so many of you. 292 00:17:51,920 --> 00:17:54,040 -Thirty, wearing flag colors. -Hello. 293 00:17:54,120 --> 00:17:56,240 They'll introduce themselves with a hashtag 294 00:17:56,320 --> 00:17:58,840 that describes something unique about them. 295 00:17:58,920 --> 00:17:59,800 Mm. 296 00:17:59,880 --> 00:18:01,880 We don't use numbers anymore. 297 00:18:01,960 --> 00:18:03,520 -We're using hashtags. -Right. 298 00:18:03,600 --> 00:18:04,760 -Cool. -No numbers. 299 00:18:04,840 --> 00:18:07,240 They're young women. They have names. 300 00:18:08,000 --> 00:18:09,600 Okay, shall we start? What do you say? 301 00:18:09,680 --> 00:18:11,520 -Good luck, everyone. -Come on. 302 00:18:12,960 --> 00:18:14,480 DIRECTED BY MARIO GORI 303 00:18:14,560 --> 00:18:17,040 Go! What the fuck are you waiting for? 304 00:18:28,360 --> 00:18:30,080 Good evening, everyone. 305 00:18:30,160 --> 00:18:32,240 Welcome to the Caput Mundi Mall, 306 00:18:32,320 --> 00:18:35,280 this wonderful location in the center of Rome. 307 00:18:35,360 --> 00:18:38,600 And welcome to these 30 gorgeous contestants. 308 00:18:38,680 --> 00:18:40,600 Let's give the girls a warm welcome. 309 00:18:42,040 --> 00:18:43,520 Here they are. 310 00:18:45,320 --> 00:18:46,960 My hashtag is "family." 311 00:18:47,040 --> 00:18:48,240 I chose this hashtag 312 00:18:48,320 --> 00:18:52,520 because my family is one of the most important things in my life. 313 00:18:52,600 --> 00:18:54,880 I wouldn't be here without them. 314 00:18:54,960 --> 00:18:58,440 I want to share with you a quote by Pope John Paul II 315 00:18:58,520 --> 00:19:00,640 that my grandmother taught me. 316 00:19:00,720 --> 00:19:02,920 It's a beautiful sentiment to live by. 317 00:19:03,000 --> 00:19:06,720 He said, "Family is the mirror in which God looks at himself, 318 00:19:06,800 --> 00:19:11,520 and where he sees his two greatest miracles, love and life." 319 00:19:11,600 --> 00:19:14,560 Leave the music on when she walks the catwalk. 320 00:19:14,640 --> 00:19:17,960 Wonderful. Good stuff. Very inspiring. 321 00:19:18,040 --> 00:19:20,040 And now, to the catwalk. 322 00:19:21,560 --> 00:19:26,240 Rate each girl from one to five. Please write your ratings on your card. 323 00:19:28,320 --> 00:19:30,080 Here comes girl number three. 324 00:19:30,160 --> 00:19:33,480 Her name is Aurora Miniaci, and she's 19 years old. 325 00:19:33,560 --> 00:19:37,320 She's studying management engineering and works at a call center. 326 00:19:37,400 --> 00:19:40,160 What hashtag have you chosen to describe yourself? 327 00:19:41,560 --> 00:19:43,640 My hashtag is "no masks" 328 00:19:43,720 --> 00:19:46,080 because I want to show a new image of women 329 00:19:46,160 --> 00:19:48,080 and of people in general. 330 00:19:48,160 --> 00:19:52,480 I'm here, even though this is definitely not my usual setting. 331 00:19:52,560 --> 00:19:55,760 I'd much rather be wearing sweats and sneakers. 332 00:19:55,840 --> 00:19:59,600 But I'm here because I need to get out of my comfort zone 333 00:19:59,680 --> 00:20:02,720 and take off the invisible mask that I've created for myself, 334 00:20:02,800 --> 00:20:04,760 without even knowing it. 335 00:20:04,840 --> 00:20:09,080 I wear it to hide my insecurities and to protect me from being judged 336 00:20:09,160 --> 00:20:10,720 by other people. 337 00:20:10,800 --> 00:20:14,800 So, here I am, in front of you, embarrassed, nervous, 338 00:20:14,880 --> 00:20:16,640 but with no mask on. 339 00:20:19,560 --> 00:20:25,200 Great job. That was amazing. Brava! Go for it, Aurora Miniaci. 340 00:20:29,320 --> 00:20:32,520 Why did the contestant in Caput Mundi stand out? 341 00:20:32,600 --> 00:20:37,520 Because she transformed the catwalk into a showcase for her personality. 342 00:20:40,320 --> 00:20:41,720 She's ahead of her time. 343 00:20:41,800 --> 00:20:44,640 These are the kind of women who will take us into the future. 344 00:20:44,720 --> 00:20:47,280 People think that Miss Italy is for Hollywood divas, 345 00:20:47,360 --> 00:20:49,440 but that's not true anymore. 346 00:20:50,120 --> 00:20:54,240 My hashtag is "ambition" because I see countless opportunities ahead of me. 347 00:20:55,480 --> 00:20:58,720 Miss Italy is a card every girl can play. 348 00:20:59,320 --> 00:21:01,880 This isn't about redemption. 349 00:21:01,960 --> 00:21:05,080 And sixth place goes to… 350 00:21:05,920 --> 00:21:09,680 Miss Italy offers a great democratic opportunity. 351 00:21:11,040 --> 00:21:13,760 Okay, girls. We're down to the last two. 352 00:21:16,240 --> 00:21:21,520 Here we go. Miss Caput Mundi 2023 is… 353 00:21:23,920 --> 00:21:26,000 Isabella Fichera! 354 00:21:27,440 --> 00:21:32,440 The winner is Isabella. Congratulations. Is that you? Yes, here she is. 355 00:21:32,960 --> 00:21:36,480 You represent Italian feminine beauty perfectly. 356 00:21:36,560 --> 00:21:39,640 And you also have a very lovely figure. 357 00:21:40,320 --> 00:21:42,480 Tall girls and blonde bombshells never go out of fashion. 358 00:21:42,560 --> 00:21:44,640 -Pretty girls are always in. -Never. 359 00:21:44,720 --> 00:21:49,040 Okay, here's your sash and your crown. 360 00:21:52,280 --> 00:21:54,640 National identity. Independence. 361 00:21:54,720 --> 00:21:57,960 I think Miss Italy is in a good position to move forward. 362 00:21:58,480 --> 00:21:59,640 Yes. 363 00:22:01,040 --> 00:22:04,640 If it's true that a state entity like a public television station 364 00:22:04,720 --> 00:22:10,040 is legally bound to align with the policies and protocols of the government, 365 00:22:10,120 --> 00:22:11,880 then we're in good shape. 366 00:22:17,720 --> 00:22:21,040 MAY RAI HEADQUARTERS 367 00:22:26,520 --> 00:22:31,160 This is a great way to test the waters of this new political direction 368 00:22:31,240 --> 00:22:33,320 and see whether or not it holds up. 369 00:22:33,400 --> 00:22:34,320 Present! 370 00:22:35,880 --> 00:22:40,120 We will fight for our identity! We will defend God, country, and family! 371 00:22:41,400 --> 00:22:46,200 Are we committed to reinforcing long-held values in this country? 372 00:22:50,800 --> 00:22:53,440 Miss Italy has been around for 84 years. 373 00:22:53,520 --> 00:22:55,560 It's embedded in the national identity. 374 00:22:58,040 --> 00:23:00,160 MISS ITALY ON RAI 1? TALKS ONGOING. NO DEAL YET 375 00:23:00,240 --> 00:23:03,680 PATRIZIA MIRIGLIANI SEEN IN VIALE MAZZINI 376 00:23:03,760 --> 00:23:05,960 LEGA WANTS MISS ITALY BACK ON RAI 1 377 00:23:06,040 --> 00:23:09,280 OFFICIAL CONFIRMATION PENDING THE RELEASE OF RAI'S NEW PROGRAM LINEUP. 378 00:23:10,160 --> 00:23:12,240 -Into the breach. -Yes. 379 00:23:12,320 --> 00:23:15,400 AURORA'S HOUSE 380 00:23:17,680 --> 00:23:19,160 Here we go. 381 00:23:19,680 --> 00:23:21,920 -Bon appétit. -Enjoy your meal. 382 00:23:24,200 --> 00:23:26,400 Okay, so when's the next selection? 383 00:23:27,280 --> 00:23:30,640 -Saturday. Are you coming? -The 22nd? Of course we're coming. 384 00:23:30,720 --> 00:23:32,560 I think you're gonna win. 385 00:23:32,640 --> 00:23:34,000 -You're full of shit. -God. 386 00:23:34,080 --> 00:23:36,040 -You're my mother. -Not at all. 387 00:23:36,120 --> 00:23:38,080 All the girls are beautiful. 388 00:23:38,160 --> 00:23:39,320 They really are. 389 00:23:39,960 --> 00:23:41,560 But you, you're unique. 390 00:23:42,080 --> 00:23:45,680 When I saw you up there, on the catwalk at Caput Mundi, 391 00:23:45,760 --> 00:23:47,840 I thought to myself, "That's my daughter." 392 00:23:47,920 --> 00:23:51,880 -Here we go. -Aurora is letting her femininity through. 393 00:23:52,400 --> 00:23:55,320 I'm feminine no matter what, even dressed like this. 394 00:23:55,400 --> 00:23:59,280 I was so happy. I thought, "Thank God. She'll finally change her style." 395 00:23:59,360 --> 00:24:03,520 I know I look good dressed like that, but I don't like it. It's not me. 396 00:24:03,600 --> 00:24:06,760 Yes, but you're fixated on not liking it. It's like an obsession. 397 00:24:06,840 --> 00:24:09,360 No, you're fixated on wanting me to like it. 398 00:24:09,440 --> 00:24:10,920 Do I have to like the way you dress? 399 00:24:11,000 --> 00:24:12,960 Am I supposed to dress like you, is that it? 400 00:24:13,040 --> 00:24:15,360 Do I have to like the way you dress? No! 401 00:24:15,440 --> 00:24:18,080 -It's something I wear in the house. -You're missing my point. 402 00:24:18,160 --> 00:24:21,680 I like miniskirts, but I don't wear them because I'll look like Maradona. 403 00:24:21,760 --> 00:24:23,920 And who says you can't wear miniskirts? Other people? 404 00:24:24,000 --> 00:24:25,560 -You look like Maradona? -So what? 405 00:24:25,640 --> 00:24:28,320 I can't wear them! I can't wear a miniskirt with these legs. 406 00:24:28,400 --> 00:24:31,920 -Looks do matter, at least a little. -Looks only matter on certain occasions. 407 00:24:32,000 --> 00:24:33,920 I could be on the show? No, I'm round and short. 408 00:24:34,000 --> 00:24:36,320 -Round? -A woman like me can never be Miss Italy. 409 00:24:37,240 --> 00:24:40,400 At that very first catwalk, the girl who won? 410 00:24:40,480 --> 00:24:43,040 She was beautiful, no doubt about it. 411 00:24:43,120 --> 00:24:47,040 No doubt at all. But she had thighs like tree trunks, Aurora. 412 00:24:47,120 --> 00:24:49,400 Come on. No, Aurora. Let's be honest. 413 00:24:49,480 --> 00:24:53,120 That girl should not have been competing in Miss Italy. 414 00:24:53,200 --> 00:24:55,920 Beauty is different for everyone, though, right? 415 00:24:56,000 --> 00:24:58,560 You've got to be skinny to go on Miss Italy. 416 00:24:58,640 --> 00:25:00,280 You can't go in there all chubby! 417 00:25:00,360 --> 00:25:02,400 Why does a girl have to have skinny thighs? 418 00:25:02,480 --> 00:25:05,520 -So why aren't there any chubby models? -You think I'm okay with that? 419 00:25:05,600 --> 00:25:08,360 -Do you think I agree with that? No! -With what? 420 00:25:08,440 --> 00:25:10,840 That only anorexic girls can walk the catwalk? 421 00:25:10,920 --> 00:25:13,680 Why do you think eating disorders are on the rise all over the world? 422 00:25:13,760 --> 00:25:14,800 It's just how it is! 423 00:25:14,880 --> 00:25:17,400 Aurora, if you're going to be part of a beauty pageant, 424 00:25:17,480 --> 00:25:19,400 you have to conform to the standards they set. 425 00:25:19,480 --> 00:25:21,680 I don't think there should even be beauty standards. 426 00:25:21,760 --> 00:25:23,720 -They shouldn't exist. -Pageants shouldn't either. 427 00:25:23,800 --> 00:25:26,200 Why run for Miss Italy, then? 428 00:25:26,280 --> 00:25:28,360 Miss Italy needs to change. 429 00:25:34,840 --> 00:25:37,720 This is a really crucial year for Miss Italy. 430 00:25:40,920 --> 00:25:44,920 I went to RAI Television with a proposal for a new way forward for Miss Italy. 431 00:25:45,560 --> 00:25:48,120 My regional agents knew all about my plans, 432 00:25:48,200 --> 00:25:49,880 and I thought they were on board. 433 00:25:49,960 --> 00:25:52,640 But when I turned around, I was alone. 434 00:25:54,440 --> 00:25:56,720 The regional agents are the face of Miss Italy 435 00:25:56,800 --> 00:25:58,520 that's projected to the world. 436 00:25:58,600 --> 00:26:01,280 The position requires taste and a certain style. 437 00:26:01,360 --> 00:26:04,840 If you don't have style, nothing else matters. 438 00:26:07,680 --> 00:26:11,160 SICILY 439 00:26:19,520 --> 00:26:23,480 Play something for me, little one. I haven't heard you play in ages. 440 00:26:33,080 --> 00:26:34,360 Beautiful. 441 00:26:37,000 --> 00:26:39,560 You tell me what the definition of beauty is. 442 00:26:39,640 --> 00:26:41,960 You explain it to me. Beauty. 443 00:26:42,040 --> 00:26:44,440 You look at a girl. She's beautiful. 444 00:26:44,520 --> 00:26:46,400 I always say that if you're in a restaurant, 445 00:26:46,480 --> 00:26:49,360 having dinner and suddenly a girl walks in, 446 00:26:49,440 --> 00:26:52,400 and everyone turns around and says, "Who's that?" 447 00:26:52,480 --> 00:26:54,240 That's Miss Italy. 448 00:27:09,000 --> 00:27:11,120 MISS MEDITERRANEAN RACETRACK 449 00:27:11,200 --> 00:27:14,240 We need to have a quick meeting, okay? Come on over here. 450 00:27:14,320 --> 00:27:16,080 Over here. Parents too. 451 00:27:16,160 --> 00:27:20,040 I'm Salvo Consiglio, the Sicilian agent for Miss Italy. 452 00:27:22,040 --> 00:27:25,680 Miss Italy runs in my blood. I really mean that. 453 00:27:25,760 --> 00:27:30,280 And I want you to know, connections are worth nothing here. Okay? 454 00:27:30,360 --> 00:27:32,680 If you're successful and move on to the next round, 455 00:27:32,760 --> 00:27:36,040 remember that you don't owe anyone anything! 456 00:27:36,120 --> 00:27:39,120 If someone says, "Hey, I know so-and-so," 457 00:27:39,200 --> 00:27:42,880 you tell them, pardon my language, you tell them to fuck off. 458 00:27:42,960 --> 00:27:46,160 Forgive me, girls, but I get emotional when I talk about Miss Italy 459 00:27:46,240 --> 00:27:48,080 because it's in my DNA. 460 00:27:50,920 --> 00:27:56,120 I do this because I believe in it. Patrizia and I are like family. 461 00:27:56,200 --> 00:28:00,480 We respect each other, so if anyone wants to take my place, 462 00:28:00,560 --> 00:28:02,880 well then, be my guest. 463 00:28:03,760 --> 00:28:04,680 SALVO'S SON 464 00:28:04,760 --> 00:28:06,360 They wouldn't last a year. 465 00:28:08,320 --> 00:28:10,200 When I was 18, I was a model. 466 00:28:10,280 --> 00:28:13,640 Do you know what my first modeling job was? 467 00:28:13,720 --> 00:28:15,440 I stood in store windows. 468 00:28:15,520 --> 00:28:17,760 I was a living mannequin in a clothes shop. 469 00:28:17,840 --> 00:28:20,440 I had to stand perfectly still for half an hour, 470 00:28:20,520 --> 00:28:23,120 three quarters of an hour, without moving a muscle. 471 00:28:23,200 --> 00:28:26,480 Then I'd change my clothes and go back in the window. 472 00:28:26,560 --> 00:28:29,680 Ah, the good old days. 473 00:28:32,000 --> 00:28:33,680 Good evening! 474 00:28:33,760 --> 00:28:37,360 The Miss Italy pageant is back, here at the Mediterranean Racetrack. 475 00:28:51,400 --> 00:28:54,440 Look at that. With watermelon. 476 00:29:02,960 --> 00:29:05,720 When I met Patrizia, my hair was this long. 477 00:29:10,600 --> 00:29:13,000 If I let it down, it comes down to my shoulders. 478 00:29:13,080 --> 00:29:16,440 Miss Mediterranean Racetrack is… 479 00:29:17,280 --> 00:29:21,320 Why don't I leave it down? Because people gossip and criticize. 480 00:29:21,840 --> 00:29:24,040 Miss Italy is also about presentation. 481 00:29:24,120 --> 00:29:27,600 -Number three. -Three, Giusy Di Giorgio. 482 00:29:32,280 --> 00:29:34,960 Let's go. Am I not making myself clear? 483 00:29:35,040 --> 00:29:38,880 We need to go. The races are about to start. Come on! Go! 484 00:29:41,000 --> 00:29:43,120 Presentation is everything. 485 00:29:44,120 --> 00:29:46,240 I don't care about anything else. 486 00:29:47,240 --> 00:29:51,680 JUNE 487 00:29:55,600 --> 00:29:56,600 ON THE PHONE: JOURNALIST 488 00:29:56,680 --> 00:29:59,320 -How are you doing Patrizia? -I'm good. And you? 489 00:29:59,400 --> 00:30:02,520 I'm calling because the RAI programming schedule 490 00:30:02,600 --> 00:30:04,440 will be announced July 7th, 491 00:30:04,520 --> 00:30:06,320 -Yes. -I'm wondering if you have any news. 492 00:30:06,400 --> 00:30:09,560 I can't give information to a journalist that isn't official. 493 00:30:11,320 --> 00:30:13,720 Are you on vacation or working? 494 00:30:13,800 --> 00:30:15,640 Actually, I'm on vacation right now. 495 00:30:15,720 --> 00:30:17,840 Okay, enjoy. Bye. 496 00:30:17,920 --> 00:30:19,400 -Hugs and kisses. -Thank you. Goodbye. 497 00:30:19,480 --> 00:30:21,160 -See you soon. -Uh-huh, bye. 498 00:30:23,400 --> 00:30:26,560 So, are you certain that RAI will broadcast Miss Italy? 499 00:30:26,640 --> 00:30:27,520 CHILDHOOD FRIEND 500 00:30:27,600 --> 00:30:28,440 Well… 501 00:30:29,880 --> 00:30:31,400 I'm almost certain. 502 00:30:31,920 --> 00:30:34,760 -99%? -99%. Yes. 503 00:30:43,080 --> 00:30:45,520 My son says to me… 504 00:30:47,760 --> 00:30:49,600 "You're a failure, Mom." 505 00:30:49,680 --> 00:30:53,040 "Because you've never been able to accomplish what Granddad did." 506 00:30:55,840 --> 00:31:01,440 I looked at him, and I said, "You know what? I'm not a failure." 507 00:31:01,960 --> 00:31:06,120 "I'm a woman who's had to fight tooth and nail every single day 508 00:31:06,880 --> 00:31:08,360 to reach the top." 509 00:31:10,960 --> 00:31:15,200 Now, this is an exciting time because Miss Italy is returning to RAI. 510 00:31:15,280 --> 00:31:17,080 It's a wonderful achievement. 511 00:31:17,160 --> 00:31:19,920 I think your father would be very proud of you, 512 00:31:20,000 --> 00:31:23,200 of your determination, your entrepreneurial spirit, 513 00:31:23,280 --> 00:31:25,800 and of all the wonderful things that you're doing. 514 00:31:27,040 --> 00:31:28,760 When you fall into an abyss, 515 00:31:28,840 --> 00:31:31,360 it always seems like there's no light at the end of the tunnel. 516 00:31:31,440 --> 00:31:32,440 And yet? 517 00:31:32,520 --> 00:31:35,960 But when you finally see the light, you realize you just need to have faith. 518 00:31:36,040 --> 00:31:38,880 You need to trust because things can change for the better. 519 00:31:38,960 --> 00:31:41,080 -Things change. -You need to wait. 520 00:31:41,160 --> 00:31:42,280 So true. 521 00:31:42,360 --> 00:31:44,120 3 REASONS WHY MISS ITALY SHOULDN'T EXIST 522 00:31:44,200 --> 00:31:46,160 MISS ITALY OBJECTIFIES WOMEN 523 00:31:47,720 --> 00:31:49,000 PIECES OF MEAT 524 00:31:49,080 --> 00:31:50,040 STONE AGE 525 00:31:50,120 --> 00:31:51,000 COMMERCIALIZATION 526 00:31:51,080 --> 00:31:52,480 MISS ITALY NEEDS TO DIE 527 00:31:52,560 --> 00:31:55,760 HALF-NAKED LITTLE GIRLS JUDGED BY LEERING OLD MEN 528 00:31:55,840 --> 00:31:57,480 MISS ITALY MAKES ME SICK!! 529 00:31:59,560 --> 00:32:02,480 TUSCANY 530 00:32:06,440 --> 00:32:08,560 Miss Italy isn't dying. 531 00:32:09,640 --> 00:32:12,880 Unfortunately, there are a lot of people who think 532 00:32:12,960 --> 00:32:15,760 that Miss Italy exploits women, which isn't true at all. 533 00:32:15,840 --> 00:32:17,880 We cherish women. 534 00:32:17,960 --> 00:32:21,200 Thanks to us, the image of women is enhanced. 535 00:32:24,280 --> 00:32:27,400 Giovanni, they can say whatever they want about me. 536 00:32:27,480 --> 00:32:31,200 Maybe I was a mediocre musician and not such a great dancer. Whatever. 537 00:32:31,280 --> 00:32:35,400 But there was only one regional agent that Enzo Mirigliani wanted by his side, 538 00:32:35,480 --> 00:32:37,600 and who was that agent? Me. 539 00:32:42,120 --> 00:32:45,760 You have a lovely smile. Show it with your teeth, not your lips. 540 00:32:45,840 --> 00:32:46,720 Okay. 541 00:32:50,680 --> 00:32:52,040 Smile. 542 00:32:53,440 --> 00:32:56,400 Stop. Smile. Hands behind your back. That's it. 543 00:32:56,480 --> 00:32:58,640 -Okay. -Okay? 544 00:32:58,720 --> 00:33:00,360 -Yes. Thank you. -Thank you. 545 00:33:03,200 --> 00:33:05,120 No, no, no, no. 546 00:33:05,200 --> 00:33:07,240 -Ale! -Yeah? 547 00:33:07,320 --> 00:33:09,920 -Show her how to move. -Don't walk like this. 548 00:33:10,840 --> 00:33:13,520 You look like a robot. More like this. 549 00:33:15,160 --> 00:33:17,880 -Move around. -Sway your hips. Faster. 550 00:33:17,960 --> 00:33:19,640 No, that's too fast. 551 00:33:20,480 --> 00:33:23,480 One, two, three, four. 552 00:33:23,560 --> 00:33:24,960 -Turn. -Go. 553 00:33:28,360 --> 00:33:31,400 They might work as crowd fillers, but, I mean, please… 554 00:33:33,200 --> 00:33:35,840 -Do they even own a mirror? -No. 555 00:33:35,920 --> 00:33:37,160 Just the frame. 556 00:33:38,760 --> 00:33:40,640 Anna Aurora. 557 00:33:40,720 --> 00:33:43,000 -Trombella. -Trombella? 558 00:33:43,080 --> 00:33:43,920 Yes. 559 00:33:48,080 --> 00:33:49,160 Here we go. 560 00:33:51,840 --> 00:33:54,400 Say hi to the audience. Lovely smile. Hi. 561 00:33:55,720 --> 00:33:59,680 If you're selected, cover up that bruise on your butt, okay? 562 00:34:00,480 --> 00:34:02,040 -Thank you. Good night. -Bye. 563 00:34:02,120 --> 00:34:03,880 -Thank you. Bye. -Thanks. 564 00:34:05,440 --> 00:34:07,760 Okay, this is the type of girl we want. Finally. 565 00:34:07,840 --> 00:34:09,200 There are three. Three. 566 00:34:10,360 --> 00:34:12,640 When we're finished, we need to tell the group who passed 567 00:34:12,720 --> 00:34:13,960 what they need to do next. 568 00:34:14,040 --> 00:34:16,840 Some need to lose weight. Others have grooming issues. 569 00:34:16,920 --> 00:34:20,600 There are girls from previous rounds that have already lost four kilos. 570 00:34:20,680 --> 00:34:24,120 For some reason, a lot of the girls this year have really thick hips. 571 00:34:31,600 --> 00:34:32,720 ♪ Miss Italy! ♪ 572 00:34:35,120 --> 00:34:37,920 I can sing it live like Franco Califano. 573 00:34:38,000 --> 00:34:41,720 ♪ Dream and reality, who will win? ♪ 574 00:34:41,800 --> 00:34:43,000 ♪ Who knows? ♪ 575 00:34:43,080 --> 00:34:44,400 Call me Califano. 576 00:34:44,480 --> 00:34:47,920 Then I'll introduce the panel, and they vote. Okay. 577 00:34:48,000 --> 00:34:50,440 Then they each talk about their hashtag, and we-- 578 00:34:50,520 --> 00:34:52,160 How do you say it? "Ashtag"? 579 00:34:52,240 --> 00:34:54,000 -"Hastag"? -H-A-S-H-T-A-- 580 00:34:54,080 --> 00:34:55,400 Let's ask Google. 581 00:34:55,480 --> 00:34:57,600 -Hashtag. -What do you know? 582 00:34:58,320 --> 00:35:01,160 People still ask me why I have short hair. 583 00:35:03,400 --> 00:35:06,600 Why do men have beards, or why do they shave their beards? 584 00:35:06,680 --> 00:35:09,440 No one asks them a fucking stupid question like that, right? 585 00:35:09,520 --> 00:35:13,960 I'm not "the one who wears boys' clothes" or "the one with short hair." 586 00:35:14,040 --> 00:35:16,680 I'm a woman, period. They don't get it. 587 00:35:18,040 --> 00:35:19,520 So, girls. Come closer. 588 00:35:19,600 --> 00:35:22,000 Back and belly. What does that mean? 589 00:35:22,080 --> 00:35:23,880 Hands behind your back. Yes, but not like that, 590 00:35:23,960 --> 00:35:25,800 with your hand just hanging behind. 591 00:35:25,880 --> 00:35:28,000 Come on. Act like you've got something. 592 00:35:28,080 --> 00:35:29,800 This is Miss Italy, right? 593 00:35:30,840 --> 00:35:33,680 Aurora, you go. On the catwalk. Go ahead. 594 00:35:33,760 --> 00:35:35,720 Me? Okay, like I did before? 595 00:35:35,800 --> 00:35:36,760 Yes. 596 00:35:39,800 --> 00:35:42,640 There's no objectification here. But people think there is. 597 00:35:42,720 --> 00:35:44,040 So people think… 598 00:35:45,600 --> 00:35:48,240 I chose to come here. I'm sending a message. 599 00:35:48,320 --> 00:35:51,120 If people think of me as an object, that's on them. 600 00:35:51,200 --> 00:35:53,240 It's not my problem. That's them. 601 00:35:53,320 --> 00:35:56,720 They would probably think I'm an object no matter how I'm dressed. 602 00:35:57,600 --> 00:36:01,720 If you look like a goddess in a swimsuit, then people will see you that way. 603 00:36:01,800 --> 00:36:03,840 -I mean, that's the stereotype. -Yes, but-- 604 00:36:04,360 --> 00:36:05,880 We need to change that. 605 00:36:05,960 --> 00:36:09,640 -Okay, let's try. -We can, and we will. We're all unique. 606 00:36:09,720 --> 00:36:11,880 -Yes. -It's the part about… 607 00:36:11,960 --> 00:36:13,680 Eleven and nine make 20. 608 00:36:13,760 --> 00:36:15,560 -I agree, but who-- -No, no! 609 00:36:15,640 --> 00:36:18,160 -No. -We'll figure it out tomorrow. 610 00:36:18,240 --> 00:36:21,120 -Number four, in or out? -Yes. 611 00:36:21,200 --> 00:36:23,760 Take number three and number ten. 612 00:36:23,840 --> 00:36:24,960 -No! -Yes! 613 00:36:25,040 --> 00:36:26,160 Come on, you guys! 614 00:36:26,240 --> 00:36:28,400 Fellas, please, stop being nice and polite. 615 00:36:28,480 --> 00:36:29,720 -Get real. -I'm not. 616 00:36:29,800 --> 00:36:32,320 That girl, she's got a butt this big. 617 00:36:33,680 --> 00:36:35,880 Are they still here? He said there was no one left. 618 00:36:35,960 --> 00:36:39,120 You guys, lower your voices. Quiet. 619 00:36:39,200 --> 00:36:40,840 Her ass is huge. 620 00:36:40,920 --> 00:36:43,480 -I didn't notice. -It's huge! 621 00:37:04,680 --> 00:37:06,400 These feminists are a joke. 622 00:37:06,920 --> 00:37:08,280 Their demands are extreme, 623 00:37:08,360 --> 00:37:10,760 and they have no place in the modern world. 624 00:37:12,280 --> 00:37:14,880 My father had kind of a split personality. 625 00:37:14,960 --> 00:37:18,120 In everyday life, he could be warm and very affectionate. 626 00:37:18,200 --> 00:37:19,840 But when he was working, 627 00:37:19,920 --> 00:37:23,240 he suddenly became domineering and a bit of a control freak. 628 00:37:27,680 --> 00:37:31,240 When things didn't go his way, he would become very irritable, 629 00:37:31,320 --> 00:37:34,120 and if you weren't careful, he'd bite your head off. 630 00:37:36,760 --> 00:37:38,880 I was very intimidated. 631 00:37:41,760 --> 00:37:45,520 For many years, I stayed in my home city, Trento. 632 00:37:47,560 --> 00:37:50,160 I was a housewife. I cooked. 633 00:37:50,240 --> 00:37:53,840 I took Nicola to the park and drove him to his judo lessons. 634 00:37:53,920 --> 00:37:56,960 I was a typical mom looking after her son. 635 00:37:59,040 --> 00:38:01,360 But that life didn't work out very well. 636 00:38:01,960 --> 00:38:03,520 Good evening, everyone! 637 00:38:04,040 --> 00:38:07,440 Every year I watched the finals of Miss Italy on TV. 638 00:38:07,520 --> 00:38:10,720 It was my family's legacy, our history. 639 00:38:10,800 --> 00:38:12,240 Anna Valle! 640 00:38:12,320 --> 00:38:15,960 Nicola's father would get very agitated because he was afraid that Miss Italy 641 00:38:16,040 --> 00:38:17,320 would lure me away. 642 00:38:18,080 --> 00:38:19,560 I belonged to him. 643 00:38:19,640 --> 00:38:21,200 I felt trapped. 644 00:38:22,240 --> 00:38:25,960 And right around that time, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. 645 00:38:27,880 --> 00:38:31,400 I could see the Adige River flowing in front of me, and I thought, 646 00:38:31,480 --> 00:38:34,000 "Should I jump, or can I keep going?" 647 00:38:35,320 --> 00:38:40,120 I needed to reinvent myself, and I decided to do it with Miss Italy. 648 00:38:41,320 --> 00:38:44,280 I called my father and said, "If you'll teach me 649 00:38:44,360 --> 00:38:46,920 and let me make mistakes, I want in." 650 00:38:49,360 --> 00:38:52,520 So, Nicola and I completely changed our lives. 651 00:38:53,240 --> 00:38:54,120 We started over. 652 00:38:56,600 --> 00:38:58,960 Rome was a difficult adjustment for Nicola. 653 00:38:59,560 --> 00:39:01,960 He was extremely fragile. 654 00:39:04,040 --> 00:39:07,280 Nicola really missed Trento and his dad. 655 00:39:08,160 --> 00:39:11,560 I wondered if a simpler life with fewer distractions 656 00:39:11,640 --> 00:39:13,240 might be better for Nicola. 657 00:39:15,040 --> 00:39:18,240 Then, show business began to draw him in. 658 00:39:23,560 --> 00:39:26,240 And, unfortunately, at that time, 659 00:39:26,320 --> 00:39:30,120 that's also when Nicola became addicted… to cocaine. 660 00:39:32,360 --> 00:39:35,880 This is an incredible story about a woman we all know. 661 00:39:35,960 --> 00:39:39,320 A mother whose only son was addicted to drugs. 662 00:39:39,400 --> 00:39:42,480 A woman brave enough to report her son… 663 00:39:42,560 --> 00:39:43,520 PATRIZIA TURNS SON IN 664 00:39:43,600 --> 00:39:44,840 …to the police. 665 00:39:44,920 --> 00:39:46,480 RESTRAINING ORDER 666 00:39:46,560 --> 00:39:48,720 ANKLE MONITOR 667 00:39:48,800 --> 00:39:50,160 This is Patrizia Mirigliani. 668 00:39:50,240 --> 00:39:54,440 UNBELIEVABLE! HE SHOULD STAY ON THE SHOW #GFVIP 669 00:39:54,520 --> 00:39:56,440 A mother shouldn't have to deal with this. 670 00:39:57,240 --> 00:40:00,080 I'll always be at your side. I want to help you fight this. 671 00:40:00,640 --> 00:40:02,560 Thank you for saving my life. 672 00:40:05,640 --> 00:40:09,280 Nicola is finally taking responsibility for his mistakes. 673 00:40:09,360 --> 00:40:13,200 But I can't imagine putting something as important as Miss Italy 674 00:40:13,280 --> 00:40:16,040 in the hands of a boy who hasn't found his way. 675 00:40:24,600 --> 00:40:29,720 When I'm feeling down, I listen to a song I love that you'll all probably hate, 676 00:40:29,800 --> 00:40:30,960 "Vivo per lei." 677 00:40:32,680 --> 00:40:33,920 Why? 678 00:40:34,920 --> 00:40:38,640 Because I really do live for her. I live for Miss Italy. 679 00:40:40,640 --> 00:40:41,640 This one? 680 00:40:41,720 --> 00:40:42,960 Yes. 681 00:40:45,400 --> 00:40:47,880 -I think we need to dance. -No way. 682 00:40:47,960 --> 00:40:49,320 Come on. Dance with me. 683 00:40:49,400 --> 00:40:51,440 Come on! Dance! 684 00:40:51,520 --> 00:40:53,920 If it's terrible, they'll cut it out of the film. 685 00:40:54,000 --> 00:40:54,960 Get up. 686 00:40:55,040 --> 00:40:56,520 I'm not moving from here. 687 00:41:14,600 --> 00:41:17,200 This is crazy. We should have danced. 688 00:41:24,640 --> 00:41:29,560 For some girls, Miss Italy is a bit like the family they wish they had. 689 00:41:32,840 --> 00:41:36,720 The secret to this pageant is that it encourages people to dream big. 690 00:41:39,000 --> 00:41:40,840 All for one… 691 00:41:40,920 --> 00:41:42,760 And one for all! 692 00:41:42,840 --> 00:41:44,520 Miss Italy! 693 00:41:46,840 --> 00:41:48,480 Welcome to Miss Italy. 694 00:42:14,720 --> 00:42:18,680 Patrizia Mirigliani, Bocelli's melodies fill our hearts with joy. 695 00:42:18,760 --> 00:42:21,640 Can you give us some highlights of this edition of Miss Italy? 696 00:42:22,160 --> 00:42:25,520 We had four evenings with our highest TV ratings ever. 697 00:42:25,600 --> 00:42:27,720 The last night had a rating of 80%. 698 00:42:29,400 --> 00:42:30,840 JULY 699 00:42:56,160 --> 00:42:57,920 -Enzo? -Hi, Patrizia. 700 00:42:58,000 --> 00:42:59,440 How did it go? 701 00:42:59,520 --> 00:43:02,160 Unfortunately, they postponed the meeting. 702 00:43:02,240 --> 00:43:03,280 I see. 703 00:43:03,360 --> 00:43:06,480 -You know, it's not easy dealing with RAI. -This is crazy. 704 00:43:06,560 --> 00:43:08,040 There's a lot of red tape. 705 00:43:08,120 --> 00:43:11,280 They have so many different departments, so many managers. 706 00:43:11,360 --> 00:43:12,760 Unbelievable. 707 00:43:12,840 --> 00:43:14,440 That's the situation right now. 708 00:43:14,520 --> 00:43:18,480 -It's so disappointing. -The final's still a month away. 709 00:43:19,400 --> 00:43:21,120 This is a big setback. 710 00:43:22,120 --> 00:43:25,360 We need to stay calm. We just have to be patient, Patrizia. 711 00:43:30,200 --> 00:43:32,360 Will RAI TV change under Meloni? 712 00:43:32,440 --> 00:43:35,720 Final negotiations are underway for the new program schedule, 713 00:43:35,800 --> 00:43:37,360 to be revealed soon. 714 00:43:37,440 --> 00:43:40,720 Many shows won't know their fate until the very last minute. 715 00:43:41,040 --> 00:43:44,320 REGIONAL SELECTIONS 716 00:43:47,160 --> 00:43:49,800 At the moment, everything is at a standstill. 717 00:43:49,880 --> 00:43:51,360 We're in limbo. 718 00:43:53,000 --> 00:43:55,320 But we don't think it's a lost cause. 719 00:43:55,400 --> 00:43:58,120 We're assuming that someone in management has objections 720 00:43:58,200 --> 00:44:01,040 and they've put it on hold, temporarily. 721 00:44:01,120 --> 00:44:04,480 -Will Miss Puglia be on RAI this year? -We don't know. We don't know. 722 00:44:04,560 --> 00:44:06,160 Antonio! 723 00:44:08,240 --> 00:44:11,000 People around me keep saying, "Congratulations." 724 00:44:11,080 --> 00:44:14,240 "Miss Italy is back on RAI. When will it air?" 725 00:44:15,000 --> 00:44:18,400 Where will finals be broadcast? I need to tell people on Sunday, 726 00:44:18,480 --> 00:44:20,080 but I have no information. 727 00:44:21,000 --> 00:44:23,160 I haven't heard anything yet. 728 00:44:23,240 --> 00:44:26,760 It's complicated. We need to keep our fingers crossed. 729 00:44:27,360 --> 00:44:31,080 At least five towns have backed out. We had events scheduled… 730 00:44:31,920 --> 00:44:33,000 Dates set… 731 00:44:33,080 --> 00:44:36,960 RAI is RAI. At the end of the day, it's RAI that everyone cares about. 732 00:44:38,080 --> 00:44:40,480 You need to believe in Miss Italy. 733 00:44:43,680 --> 00:44:46,800 Oh no, God. We've got to do the dance. God help us. 734 00:44:48,160 --> 00:44:52,600 One, two, three, and four. Five, six, seven, eight. 735 00:44:52,680 --> 00:44:54,040 One, two, three and four… 736 00:44:54,120 --> 00:44:55,960 All right, girls. Listen up. 737 00:44:56,040 --> 00:44:59,360 We're at a crucial phase in the regional finals competition. 738 00:44:59,440 --> 00:45:02,920 Today, I want you to make sure you're wearing a skirt. 739 00:45:03,440 --> 00:45:04,560 That's vital. 740 00:45:04,640 --> 00:45:08,120 We've had situations in the past where some nasty girls would go on stage 741 00:45:08,200 --> 00:45:09,720 and walk the catwalk 742 00:45:09,800 --> 00:45:12,760 with their swimsuits halfway up their butt cracks. 743 00:45:12,840 --> 00:45:14,280 It's ugly and gross. 744 00:45:14,360 --> 00:45:17,320 That is not Miss Italy. She isn't vulgar. 745 00:45:17,400 --> 00:45:21,320 Remember, it's a feminine pageant, presenting the ideal wife. 746 00:45:21,400 --> 00:45:23,160 Isn't that right, Aurora? 747 00:45:24,920 --> 00:45:28,080 I can see you're very interested. 748 00:45:34,960 --> 00:45:37,360 Fantastic. That's amazing. 749 00:45:39,120 --> 00:45:41,280 And now, Aurora Miniaci! 750 00:45:41,360 --> 00:45:45,080 She loves writing poetry and playing football. 751 00:45:46,640 --> 00:45:48,360 I don't like clichés. 752 00:45:51,280 --> 00:45:53,600 But I see people are drawn to them. 753 00:45:55,960 --> 00:45:59,120 With this title, Miss Framesi is moving on 754 00:45:59,200 --> 00:46:01,680 to the national pre-finals. 755 00:46:05,160 --> 00:46:07,520 You pretty much know what type of girl they like. 756 00:46:09,880 --> 00:46:13,920 Long, straight hair. A cute face. Sweet. Simple. 757 00:46:14,000 --> 00:46:17,920 Not the kind who, when you look at her, makes you go… 758 00:46:19,640 --> 00:46:20,640 "Shit!" 759 00:46:23,920 --> 00:46:28,000 I feel like I'm just the nice one, the funny one, and that's all. 760 00:46:31,600 --> 00:46:34,880 It would be nice for me to be seen as a woman, you know? 761 00:46:37,200 --> 00:46:40,440 Miss Netherlands is… 762 00:46:41,480 --> 00:46:42,320 Rikkie! 763 00:46:42,400 --> 00:46:44,720 Trans woman Rikkie Kollé is the first… 764 00:46:44,800 --> 00:46:49,480 Rikkie Valerie Kollé is the first to win the title in 94 years. 765 00:46:49,560 --> 00:46:53,080 The first trans woman to win the Miss Holland pageant. 766 00:46:54,280 --> 00:46:58,320 You know a transgender woman was recently crowned Miss Netherlands? 767 00:46:58,840 --> 00:47:00,400 What do you think about that? 768 00:47:02,200 --> 00:47:04,360 I don't agree with allowing transgender women 769 00:47:04,440 --> 00:47:06,160 to compete in our pageant. 770 00:47:06,240 --> 00:47:08,720 All contestants must be born female. 771 00:47:09,680 --> 00:47:10,840 Oh, look. 772 00:47:10,920 --> 00:47:12,560 "NO TRANSGENDER WOMEN" 773 00:47:13,360 --> 00:47:15,840 -Gerry, this just came in. -Oh? Huh? 774 00:47:19,840 --> 00:47:22,440 "Miss Italy bars transgender women…" 775 00:47:22,520 --> 00:47:25,120 Oof. "An outdated choice." 776 00:47:27,320 --> 00:47:31,480 I was born biologically female, so I've decided to enter. 777 00:47:33,760 --> 00:47:35,840 You see? This is hell. 778 00:47:36,640 --> 00:47:40,040 If it's not one thing, it's another. It never ends. 779 00:47:40,120 --> 00:47:42,280 TRANS MEN ENTER MISS ITALY 780 00:47:42,360 --> 00:47:45,640 Why have we decided to take action against Miss Italy? 781 00:47:45,720 --> 00:47:49,200 Because the people who watch this pageant are sexist scum. 782 00:47:49,280 --> 00:47:50,960 And, furthermore… 783 00:47:51,040 --> 00:47:55,160 Excuse me, but post-operative trans women are actual women. 784 00:47:55,760 --> 00:47:58,320 -Because of surgery. -Why the fuss? 785 00:47:58,400 --> 00:48:00,840 If you're born in the wrong body, it's not your fault. 786 00:48:00,920 --> 00:48:02,400 -True. I agree. -That's who they are. 787 00:48:02,480 --> 00:48:03,880 What does she know? 788 00:48:05,200 --> 00:48:08,120 If you remember, we found our Miss Trans years ago. 789 00:48:08,200 --> 00:48:09,920 1992. 790 00:48:10,000 --> 00:48:11,560 -Gianni… Fanelli. -Gianna Fanelli. 791 00:48:11,640 --> 00:48:13,760 -Miss Long Legs. -She was beautiful. 792 00:48:13,840 --> 00:48:15,000 -Beautiful brunette. -Very. 793 00:48:15,080 --> 00:48:17,960 "OUTDATED THINKING…" THE TRANS ATTACK ON MISS ITALY 794 00:48:20,840 --> 00:48:23,880 Patrizia Mirigliani is the organizer of Miss Italy. 795 00:48:23,960 --> 00:48:25,680 Won't allow trans contestants. 796 00:48:26,440 --> 00:48:29,720 What led you to take this decision? 797 00:48:30,840 --> 00:48:32,120 I am a woman. 798 00:48:32,800 --> 00:48:35,640 They are women who have undergone the transaction… 799 00:48:35,720 --> 00:48:36,960 -Transition. -Transition. 800 00:48:37,040 --> 00:48:40,000 To become women, and we women should be helping each other, 801 00:48:40,080 --> 00:48:42,240 not fighting with each other. 802 00:48:56,040 --> 00:48:57,080 Floriana di Venere. 803 00:48:59,200 --> 00:49:01,040 Gaia Trimigno. 804 00:49:01,120 --> 00:49:02,480 Aurora Vurro. 805 00:49:03,800 --> 00:49:05,840 Denise Cafagna. 806 00:49:05,920 --> 00:49:07,080 Valeria Reale. 807 00:49:10,520 --> 00:49:12,000 Perfect. Let's see. 808 00:49:12,080 --> 00:49:15,720 This pageant has been subject to a lot of prejudice, okay? 809 00:49:15,800 --> 00:49:19,400 Today the mayor refused to endorse us and withdrew his support. 810 00:49:19,480 --> 00:49:23,800 We're going to do a protest march and demand that the city welcomes us back 811 00:49:23,880 --> 00:49:27,800 and gives us the same treatment we've had in the past. 812 00:49:28,480 --> 00:49:32,960 Let's stand up for ourselves. Hooray for Miss Italy. Go, Francesca. 813 00:49:33,040 --> 00:49:37,680 ♪ Women who embody poetry… ♪ 814 00:49:38,320 --> 00:49:40,640 I think Patrizia is a great director. 815 00:49:40,720 --> 00:49:43,720 She's a beautiful person, and she knows what she's doing. 816 00:49:45,320 --> 00:49:47,880 For me, she's like Princess Di or Madonna. 817 00:49:48,840 --> 00:49:51,120 ♪ Miss Italy ♪ 818 00:49:51,760 --> 00:49:55,480 Women are taking over the world! Good for them. 819 00:49:57,760 --> 00:50:00,040 Patrizia is making important changes 820 00:50:00,120 --> 00:50:01,480 to the Miss Italy pageant. 821 00:50:01,560 --> 00:50:04,080 She's appointed many more women agents. 822 00:50:04,160 --> 00:50:06,440 In 1988, I came in second 823 00:50:06,520 --> 00:50:09,400 at the Miss World pageant in Riva Del Garda. 824 00:50:09,480 --> 00:50:10,840 So I'm one of them. 825 00:50:10,920 --> 00:50:11,960 I was a Miss. 826 00:50:12,040 --> 00:50:14,760 I want the girls to see me as a role model. 827 00:50:19,560 --> 00:50:22,800 And once again, I'm here with the one and only Carmen Martorana. 828 00:50:22,880 --> 00:50:26,840 Carmen, after 25 years, you're finally realizing your dream. 829 00:50:26,920 --> 00:50:28,680 Yes, that's right, Cristian. 830 00:50:28,760 --> 00:50:32,600 I'm happy to say, after 25 years, my dream came true. 831 00:50:32,680 --> 00:50:35,720 You know, it's not just about the dreams of the contestants. 832 00:50:42,240 --> 00:50:43,920 -Francesca! -Yes? 833 00:50:44,000 --> 00:50:48,600 I can see girls chewing gum. I've told them 30 times already. 834 00:50:49,280 --> 00:50:53,320 Girls, if you've got gum, spit it out. No talking, please, and stand still. 835 00:50:53,400 --> 00:50:54,520 Understood? 836 00:50:56,360 --> 00:50:58,720 If I see any mistakes, I'll be pissed. 837 00:51:00,200 --> 00:51:03,640 Everything needs to be absolutely perfect today. Antonio! 838 00:51:03,720 --> 00:51:06,360 So, you're all drinking while I'm working my ass off? 839 00:51:06,440 --> 00:51:08,240 Whatever. Give me a glass. 840 00:51:08,320 --> 00:51:09,880 -Cheers! -To you! 841 00:51:09,960 --> 00:51:12,920 To me, the great Carmen! 842 00:51:15,800 --> 00:51:18,160 Antonella, can you give me a hand at the entrance? 843 00:51:18,240 --> 00:51:20,280 The hostess we have is stupid. 844 00:51:21,360 --> 00:51:23,000 Show me your hands. 845 00:51:25,000 --> 00:51:27,760 Give me that. Who takes your number off? 846 00:51:27,840 --> 00:51:28,840 You! 847 00:51:28,920 --> 00:51:30,640 -Who puts your number on? -You do! 848 00:51:30,720 --> 00:51:33,320 -What happens if you take your number off? -You're out! 849 00:51:38,080 --> 00:51:41,480 Actually, I'm not thinking about anything for myself today. 850 00:51:41,560 --> 00:51:43,520 All I'm thinking about is Patrizia. 851 00:51:43,600 --> 00:51:47,240 I'm wondering what she's going to say, what she'll think about everything. 852 00:51:49,160 --> 00:51:51,760 This year, at the request of Patrizia Mirigliani, 853 00:51:51,840 --> 00:51:53,800 I've created a real show. 854 00:51:56,920 --> 00:52:01,640 Introducing the new Miss Italy agent for Apulia, Carmen Martorana! 855 00:52:02,160 --> 00:52:03,600 -Here she is! -Good evening! 856 00:52:04,120 --> 00:52:06,000 The tenor Luigi Cutrone 857 00:52:06,080 --> 00:52:08,840 from the Matera Conservatory is performing. 858 00:52:17,160 --> 00:52:19,720 Lilia Pierno, a brilliant comic actress, 859 00:52:19,800 --> 00:52:20,960 will also be there. 860 00:52:21,040 --> 00:52:24,600 Good evening, madam. Is that your husband? My condolences. 861 00:52:26,600 --> 00:52:29,080 She was Checco Zalone's mother-in-law in Quo Vado. 862 00:52:30,080 --> 00:52:33,600 Francesca, these girls need to get it together. 863 00:52:33,680 --> 00:52:37,520 Why are they stepping onto the catwalk before their names have even been called? 864 00:52:37,600 --> 00:52:40,400 -I love you. -I take your number off! 865 00:52:42,240 --> 00:52:45,440 After what I said, you come here with your number in your hand?! 866 00:52:46,480 --> 00:52:50,760 She is a huge fan of Miss Italy. Ladies and gentlemen… 867 00:52:52,320 --> 00:52:54,640 Valeria Marini! 868 00:52:59,440 --> 00:53:04,680 I'd like to thank Carmen Martorana. She is an amazing woman. Great job. 869 00:53:05,720 --> 00:53:07,600 Join the panel, Valeria. 870 00:53:16,800 --> 00:53:18,720 Go, Francesca. Go, girl. 871 00:53:23,680 --> 00:53:27,760 Miss Italy is a lifelong dream come true for me. 872 00:53:27,840 --> 00:53:28,800 Exactly. 873 00:53:32,440 --> 00:53:35,640 Sometimes I even feel like it's my calling. 874 00:53:38,600 --> 00:53:41,480 PATRIZIA'S HOUSE ROME 875 00:53:42,480 --> 00:53:43,720 TERF MIRIGLIANI 876 00:53:43,800 --> 00:53:46,120 So, every time we have the girls together, 877 00:53:46,200 --> 00:53:50,360 you need to find ways to raise awareness or exhibit acts of solidarity. 878 00:53:50,440 --> 00:53:54,200 "We dedicate this evening to the Iranian Revolution." 879 00:53:54,280 --> 00:53:55,240 That's just an example. 880 00:53:55,320 --> 00:53:59,080 And don't forget that September 8th is the anniversary of when the Allies 881 00:53:59,160 --> 00:54:00,160 landed in Italy. 882 00:54:00,240 --> 00:54:02,160 So we need to pay a small tribute 883 00:54:02,240 --> 00:54:05,920 to the United States, or maybe have some jazz music. 884 00:54:06,000 --> 00:54:08,200 There needs to be a series of representatives 885 00:54:08,280 --> 00:54:11,720 who somehow embody the entire spectrum of the world of beauty, 886 00:54:11,800 --> 00:54:14,280 in all its diverse forms. 887 00:54:14,360 --> 00:54:18,680 If you put Gabriele Mainetti as the head of the panel, for example, 888 00:54:18,760 --> 00:54:21,080 you're embracing the world of new cinema. 889 00:54:21,160 --> 00:54:22,800 -Put Sollima in there. -Yes. 890 00:54:22,880 --> 00:54:25,400 Include the D'Innocenzo brothers there. 891 00:54:25,480 --> 00:54:26,880 I have a great idea. 892 00:54:26,960 --> 00:54:30,040 A great filmmaker who would be a fantastic addition. 893 00:54:30,120 --> 00:54:31,320 LAWYER 894 00:54:32,160 --> 00:54:33,240 Go on. 895 00:54:33,760 --> 00:54:34,960 Mimmo Calopresti. 896 00:54:35,680 --> 00:54:37,960 Well, we'll think about it. 897 00:54:38,040 --> 00:54:41,720 So, the program schedules will be announced in 20 days, 898 00:54:41,800 --> 00:54:43,800 and RAI still isn't answering your calls? 899 00:54:47,600 --> 00:54:49,440 It's a non-answer answer. 900 00:54:52,360 --> 00:54:53,920 After so many years, 901 00:54:54,000 --> 00:54:57,920 I'm just asking for a little understanding and some common sense. 902 00:54:58,000 --> 00:55:00,320 With all the problems we have in this country, 903 00:55:00,400 --> 00:55:02,400 it seems that the number one issue 904 00:55:02,480 --> 00:55:05,360 for people is the Miss Italy beauty pageant. 905 00:55:05,440 --> 00:55:08,000 Can we please try to keep things in proportion? 906 00:55:08,080 --> 00:55:10,920 I mean, whether or not Miss Italy is broadcast on RAI 907 00:55:11,000 --> 00:55:12,920 seems to be a life-or-death matter 908 00:55:13,000 --> 00:55:16,040 for the entire nation, and that scares me. 909 00:55:16,120 --> 00:55:20,520 I think we're really bordering on… on total insanity here. 910 00:55:20,600 --> 00:55:23,560 Miss Italy has become completely politicized. 911 00:55:24,360 --> 00:55:26,440 -Yes. -I mean, give me a break. 912 00:55:27,600 --> 00:55:30,520 And what will happen to these girls if the pageant is gone? 913 00:55:30,600 --> 00:55:34,800 Will they end up in the living room of some producer who'll talk a good game 914 00:55:34,880 --> 00:55:39,680 and make all kinds of promises in exchange for some… favors? 915 00:55:40,200 --> 00:55:43,240 With Miss Italy, there is a straightforward guarantee. 916 00:55:43,320 --> 00:55:44,800 It's all above board. 917 00:55:44,880 --> 00:55:48,680 I say to the girls, "I'll take you from your region and introduce you 918 00:55:48,760 --> 00:55:51,000 to the entertainment world through the front door." 919 00:55:51,080 --> 00:55:52,240 "I believe in you." 920 00:55:52,320 --> 00:55:55,280 "I'm here to protect you, and you are not alone." 921 00:56:09,760 --> 00:56:11,640 Yes, we're going on vacation. 922 00:56:11,720 --> 00:56:13,080 No, I haven't heard a thing. 923 00:56:13,160 --> 00:56:15,760 Just like I wrote you, it's dead quiet. 924 00:56:23,280 --> 00:56:26,760 Yes, I have some news. A girl. She's joining me tomorrow. 925 00:56:26,840 --> 00:56:30,200 She follows me on Instagram and posted an interesting comment. 926 00:56:30,280 --> 00:56:31,120 SO BEAUTIFUL! 927 00:56:31,200 --> 00:56:33,800 I think she's totally different from all the other girls I've met. 928 00:56:37,360 --> 00:56:39,840 You can tell she's different from the photos she posts. 929 00:56:39,920 --> 00:56:41,200 She covers up. 930 00:56:41,280 --> 00:56:44,600 She has a little girl, too. Look, I'm not saying she's a nun, okay? 931 00:56:46,400 --> 00:56:47,880 My mom might like her. 932 00:56:52,440 --> 00:56:55,160 Hey, Nicola. What's going on? 933 00:56:57,440 --> 00:56:59,240 No. No. 934 00:57:00,320 --> 00:57:02,920 Listen, Nicola, we had a deal. 935 00:57:04,040 --> 00:57:05,560 You can't change the terms now 936 00:57:05,640 --> 00:57:08,600 and take advantage of me not being there. No. 937 00:57:08,680 --> 00:57:11,560 When is the girl arriving? When is she arriving? 938 00:57:11,640 --> 00:57:14,800 No, that's it. I'm done. Because I said so. 939 00:57:14,880 --> 00:57:16,840 Nicola, because I said so. 940 00:57:17,840 --> 00:57:19,880 -Does he want money? -Yes. 941 00:57:22,560 --> 00:57:25,520 Oh wow. That's what I'm talkin' about. 942 00:57:25,600 --> 00:57:27,960 Let's see if I can fit ten sashimi in my mouth. 943 00:57:28,040 --> 00:57:29,040 Go ahead. 944 00:57:34,360 --> 00:57:36,640 -Eight, no, nine in my mouth. -Eight. 945 00:57:36,720 --> 00:57:38,600 Was it eight? Yeah. Holy crap. 946 00:57:40,720 --> 00:57:45,120 I watched you on Big Brother. And I liked you right away. 947 00:57:45,640 --> 00:57:50,040 You really showed your personality. I could see how down-to-earth you are. 948 00:57:50,960 --> 00:57:52,960 And you're definitely my type. 949 00:57:53,760 --> 00:57:55,000 Brown hair. 950 00:57:56,080 --> 00:57:57,360 Dark eyes. 951 00:57:58,800 --> 00:58:00,920 Profound and intense. 952 00:58:01,920 --> 00:58:03,680 When I saw you with your mother, 953 00:58:03,760 --> 00:58:06,960 I could sense… I could feel the deep connection 954 00:58:07,040 --> 00:58:09,400 between the two of you, but… 955 00:58:09,480 --> 00:58:11,040 Yes, very. 956 00:58:11,120 --> 00:58:12,160 Yeah, for sure. 957 00:58:12,240 --> 00:58:14,560 There's definitely a strong bond between you. 958 00:58:15,320 --> 00:58:18,120 No, it's just that my mother tends to… interfere. 959 00:58:18,200 --> 00:58:21,400 If I tell her we're dating, she'll call you to find out if it's true. 960 00:58:21,480 --> 00:58:24,320 -Wow, really? -Can you believe it? But what can you do? 961 00:58:25,680 --> 00:58:26,800 C'est la vie. 962 00:58:27,320 --> 00:58:30,320 -What did you say you do? -I'm a healthcare assistant. 963 00:58:30,400 --> 00:58:31,680 Right. 964 00:58:32,360 --> 00:58:33,560 Are you impressed? 965 00:58:35,680 --> 00:58:37,440 -Yeah, that's amazing. -Yeah, it is. 966 00:58:38,040 --> 00:58:39,040 Thank you. 967 00:58:39,960 --> 00:58:42,600 So what are your plans? What do you want to do next? 968 00:58:42,680 --> 00:58:46,040 Well, recently, I've been thinking about becoming an actor. 969 00:58:46,120 --> 00:58:47,960 -Oh, yeah? -Yeah, I'd like that. 970 00:58:48,040 --> 00:58:51,520 There's this Van Damme scene I know by heart. It's from Lionheart. 971 00:58:51,600 --> 00:58:53,240 Mm-hmm. Do it for me. 972 00:58:53,320 --> 00:58:56,840 He says, "Remember, I'm doing this fight for my family." 973 00:58:56,920 --> 00:58:59,200 "Not for you, not for me." 974 00:59:01,000 --> 00:59:04,320 JCVD. Jean-Claude Van Damme. 975 00:59:04,400 --> 00:59:09,080 Um… so, why didn't you go to Miss Italy this summer? 976 00:59:14,360 --> 00:59:16,720 -No reason. They didn't invite me. -Okay. 977 00:59:20,440 --> 00:59:23,200 AUGUST 978 00:59:27,440 --> 00:59:29,240 -Welcome! -Great! 979 00:59:29,320 --> 00:59:31,000 Good job, Patrizia! 980 00:59:32,080 --> 00:59:33,600 I want to die a thin woman. 981 00:59:36,120 --> 00:59:39,400 Look. The first Miss Italy you crowned, Francesca Chiellemi. 982 00:59:39,480 --> 00:59:41,640 She says, "Don't attack Miss Italy." 983 00:59:41,720 --> 00:59:42,880 Fantastic. 984 00:59:43,400 --> 00:59:46,080 Francesca. This makes me so happy. 985 00:59:46,160 --> 00:59:50,080 We need more girls like her to step up and defend Miss Italy. 986 00:59:53,280 --> 00:59:57,960 AURORA'S HOUSE 987 00:59:59,200 --> 01:00:01,040 -I know. -Okay. 988 01:00:01,120 --> 01:00:02,280 -Come on. -Shall I? 989 01:00:02,360 --> 01:00:03,720 Show us your walk, Aurora. 990 01:00:03,800 --> 01:00:05,600 Don't make fun of me, okay? 991 01:00:07,800 --> 01:00:10,160 -Not like a slob. -Wiggle your behind. 992 01:00:10,240 --> 01:00:11,840 She's pigeon-toed. 993 01:00:12,400 --> 01:00:15,800 Come on, Aurora. Pretend we're the panel. You need to believe in it. 994 01:00:15,880 --> 01:00:17,080 You need to try harder. 995 01:00:17,160 --> 01:00:18,760 -Last chance. -Come on. 996 01:00:20,000 --> 01:00:22,440 Strut your stuff, Aurora. Strut your stuff. 997 01:00:22,520 --> 01:00:24,120 Come on. What does that look like? 998 01:00:24,200 --> 01:00:26,640 -I can't strut any more than this. -You can. 999 01:00:26,720 --> 01:00:27,640 -Seriously? -Yes. 1000 01:00:27,720 --> 01:00:31,320 Okay, but it has to be natural. Otherwise, it's too much. What is this? 1001 01:00:31,400 --> 01:00:33,560 Natural? No way. No one looks natural on the catwalk. 1002 01:00:33,640 --> 01:00:35,360 But she still has to be herself. 1003 01:00:35,440 --> 01:00:39,120 -You need to be yourself, but-- -No. I can't be myself like this. 1004 01:00:40,200 --> 01:00:42,320 On the catwalk, no one is themself. 1005 01:00:42,400 --> 01:00:43,600 That's the point. 1006 01:00:43,680 --> 01:00:46,000 I guess I'll have to be a total fake. 1007 01:00:53,920 --> 01:00:56,800 Miss Italy is helping me to be something, 1008 01:00:56,880 --> 01:01:00,600 and it's also helping me to understand what I don't want to be. 1009 01:01:06,640 --> 01:01:09,000 Is this Miss Italy enough for you? 1010 01:01:12,840 --> 01:01:14,760 Hold on. I'll do it. Leave it. 1011 01:01:14,840 --> 01:01:17,880 You guys, there's no show tonight if you don't get that up. 1012 01:01:17,960 --> 01:01:20,040 It's not good for him. You're his son. You tell him. 1013 01:01:20,120 --> 01:01:22,640 He just needs to finish up a few things. 1014 01:01:22,720 --> 01:01:23,800 That's how he's always been. 1015 01:01:23,880 --> 01:01:27,200 He doesn't like to sit down and eat until everything is completely ready. 1016 01:01:31,840 --> 01:01:35,360 Have I ever told you the story from when I was in first grade? 1017 01:01:35,440 --> 01:01:37,080 They asked us to draw our fathers at work. 1018 01:01:37,160 --> 01:01:39,600 -And? -I drew a lamppost! 1019 01:01:40,120 --> 01:01:40,960 No! 1020 01:01:41,040 --> 01:01:43,520 -It was supposed to be a spotlight. -The light? 1021 01:01:43,600 --> 01:01:48,360 And underneath the light, I drew a woman who was wearing next to nothing. 1022 01:01:48,880 --> 01:01:51,200 She was standing next to him, and he was talking 1023 01:01:51,280 --> 01:01:52,760 to her, very close. 1024 01:01:52,840 --> 01:01:55,800 The next day the nuns called my dad in for a little chat. 1025 01:01:56,600 --> 01:01:59,880 They said, "Now, Gerry, exactly what is it that you do?" 1026 01:02:08,520 --> 01:02:12,800 Miss Italy means everything to me. It's my life. It's like love. 1027 01:02:12,880 --> 01:02:13,840 You know what I mean? 1028 01:02:13,920 --> 01:02:18,080 First, you date lots of beautiful women, then you fall in love with one. 1029 01:02:18,160 --> 01:02:20,960 Miss Italy is the woman I fell in love with. 1030 01:02:31,400 --> 01:02:33,560 Every year, he says, "I'm done. This is it." 1031 01:02:33,640 --> 01:02:38,040 "This is my final year." But it'll never be his final year. 1032 01:02:38,560 --> 01:02:42,400 Honestly, I can't imagine… I can't see Miss Italy without my father. 1033 01:02:43,200 --> 01:02:46,160 It goes both ways, right? There's no Gerry without Miss Italy. 1034 01:02:46,240 --> 01:02:48,240 And there's no Miss Italy without Gerry. 1035 01:02:50,080 --> 01:02:52,440 -Even Patrizia knows it. -Yes. 1036 01:02:53,720 --> 01:02:57,040 I'm trying to put my partners, including my son, 1037 01:02:57,120 --> 01:02:59,680 in a position where they can carry on without me. 1038 01:02:59,760 --> 01:03:03,280 Obviously, I'd prefer to be the one to say I'm stepping down, 1039 01:03:03,360 --> 01:03:05,720 rather than her sending me away. 1040 01:03:08,920 --> 01:03:12,320 Throughout my career, with the orchestra and everything else, 1041 01:03:12,400 --> 01:03:15,520 I made it a point to quit when I was at the top of my game. 1042 01:03:17,280 --> 01:03:20,400 If you quit when you're ahead, everyone will remember you. 1043 01:03:21,560 --> 01:03:24,520 If you wait too long and leave when you're no longer at the top, 1044 01:03:24,600 --> 01:03:25,640 you'll be forgotten. 1045 01:03:36,640 --> 01:03:39,320 The new program schedules for RAI Television 1046 01:03:39,400 --> 01:03:41,320 will be announced tomorrow. 1047 01:03:41,400 --> 01:03:45,520 All the new managers from Viale Mazzini will be in attendance at the meeting. 1048 01:03:45,600 --> 01:03:49,920 The event will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Rai's production center in Naples. 1049 01:04:00,960 --> 01:04:04,440 Here we are. Good morning. 1050 01:04:04,520 --> 01:04:07,800 Good morning to all the officials here with us today. 1051 01:04:07,880 --> 01:04:10,680 The new television season is about to begin. 1052 01:04:10,760 --> 01:04:14,080 You'll see we have many surprises in store for you. 1053 01:04:15,760 --> 01:04:19,160 RAI, everything for everyone. 1054 01:04:21,080 --> 01:04:25,840 Our approach reflects the zeitgeist of a modern democracy. 1055 01:04:30,120 --> 01:04:32,560 A big event is returning to RAI. 1056 01:04:34,320 --> 01:04:35,840 This is a major comeback. 1057 01:04:41,560 --> 01:04:42,400 Caterina Balivo. 1058 01:04:44,840 --> 01:04:46,840 And now, the prime time shows. 1059 01:04:46,920 --> 01:04:50,800 We're incredibly excited about the new season of Ulisse. 1060 01:04:54,600 --> 01:04:58,360 I'd like to ask the CEO to join us on stage. 1061 01:04:58,880 --> 01:05:00,320 Good morning, sir. 1062 01:05:02,760 --> 01:05:06,680 We have thirty new shows in our line-up this season. 1063 01:05:07,480 --> 01:05:11,840 There are many good shows, so this was a difficult decision for us. 1064 01:05:16,440 --> 01:05:20,280 Since this is a press conference, we will open the floor to our journalists. 1065 01:05:20,360 --> 01:05:22,360 We are ready for your questions. 1066 01:05:22,440 --> 01:05:24,960 Good morning. I understand there's been discussion 1067 01:05:25,040 --> 01:05:26,800 about Miss Italy returning. 1068 01:05:27,320 --> 01:05:28,880 Can you confirm that? 1069 01:05:39,000 --> 01:05:41,960 Miss Italy isn't on the schedule. I'm unaware of any discussion. 1070 01:06:04,360 --> 01:06:05,920 -Hey. -Hi. 1071 01:06:07,680 --> 01:06:09,600 It was so sudden. So unexpected. 1072 01:06:39,960 --> 01:06:44,360 After an hour or so, something or someone gave him strength, 1073 01:06:44,440 --> 01:06:47,240 and he said to me, "Alessio, 1074 01:06:47,320 --> 01:06:51,040 it's time to roll up your sleeves and finish what I started." 1075 01:06:54,480 --> 01:06:56,400 I promised him that I would. 1076 01:06:57,400 --> 01:06:58,880 I'm not sure he could hear me, 1077 01:06:58,960 --> 01:07:02,000 but I made that promise, and I will keep my promise. 1078 01:07:10,520 --> 01:07:13,800 It's very hard for me to find the words today. 1079 01:07:13,880 --> 01:07:16,080 Gerry was like a brother to me. 1080 01:07:17,360 --> 01:07:19,520 At times, even a father. 1081 01:07:22,480 --> 01:07:25,880 Knowing that your family will continue Miss Italy… 1082 01:07:27,120 --> 01:07:28,320 I'm sorry… 1083 01:07:29,880 --> 01:07:31,400 It's so hard. 1084 01:07:38,200 --> 01:07:39,320 Thank you. 1085 01:07:48,520 --> 01:07:50,440 This is the end of an era. 1086 01:07:52,200 --> 01:07:53,880 The end of everything. 1087 01:07:58,960 --> 01:07:59,920 MISS LAZIO BEAUTIES 1088 01:08:00,000 --> 01:08:02,120 -When will the hairdressers get here? -Soon. 1089 01:08:02,640 --> 01:08:04,760 Close your eyes. Close them! 1090 01:08:04,840 --> 01:08:06,800 I closed them already. Come on. 1091 01:08:14,280 --> 01:08:16,360 Do you think I'll get a sash tonight? 1092 01:08:16,440 --> 01:08:18,040 I don't know. 1093 01:08:24,240 --> 01:08:26,120 Melissa, are you ready? 1094 01:08:31,360 --> 01:08:32,560 That way. 1095 01:08:36,720 --> 01:08:39,040 Aurora Miniaci. 1096 01:08:55,040 --> 01:08:59,880 Okay, next on the catwalk, we have Giulia Presciutti, age 28. 1097 01:09:07,480 --> 01:09:12,200 The girl who will be moving on to the national finals is… 1098 01:09:15,080 --> 01:09:17,640 Isabella Fichera. 1099 01:09:19,680 --> 01:09:21,640 Isabella Fichera. 1100 01:09:22,440 --> 01:09:23,600 Mm. 1101 01:09:25,040 --> 01:09:26,520 I'm going to miss you. 1102 01:09:26,600 --> 01:09:28,160 -Bye. -Bye, Aurora. 1103 01:09:30,600 --> 01:09:32,080 -Are you leaving? -Aurora. 1104 01:09:34,720 --> 01:09:38,800 -Thank you for everything. -No, thank you. It's been really fun. 1105 01:09:39,480 --> 01:09:40,560 Thanks, Aurora. 1106 01:09:40,640 --> 01:09:43,280 Not many people have pissed me off like you have. 1107 01:09:43,360 --> 01:09:46,040 -Yeah, okay, but I made you laugh too. -You made me laugh too. 1108 01:09:53,680 --> 01:09:56,960 THE FINALS 1109 01:10:04,560 --> 01:10:07,720 SEPTEMBER 1110 01:10:07,800 --> 01:10:11,760 I've realized that I tend to carry a lot of tension in my neck. 1111 01:10:13,320 --> 01:10:15,280 You have the weight of the world on your shoulders. 1112 01:10:15,360 --> 01:10:18,240 The weight of the world on my shoulders. You're right. 1113 01:10:18,320 --> 01:10:21,680 Can you turn your neck slowly? Thank you. 1114 01:10:32,840 --> 01:10:37,080 I did six months of chemotherapy in Trento and then went back to Rome. 1115 01:10:38,640 --> 01:10:42,880 After that, I wasn't the same person. I looked completely different. 1116 01:10:42,960 --> 01:10:45,600 Almost to the point of being unrecognizable. 1117 01:10:45,680 --> 01:10:49,400 I had very short hair, and when I went into the office, 1118 01:10:50,360 --> 01:10:52,880 everyone there was very unfriendly to me. 1119 01:10:52,960 --> 01:10:55,000 One person in particular said to me, 1120 01:10:55,080 --> 01:10:57,280 "I don't take orders from a woman." 1121 01:10:58,040 --> 01:10:59,720 That really upset me. 1122 01:11:02,480 --> 01:11:06,760 It was such a difficult time. But one day, Gerry came to my house. 1123 01:11:06,840 --> 01:11:10,720 We sat down in my living room, and he said, "You can count on me." 1124 01:11:10,800 --> 01:11:13,000 "I'll always be by your side." 1125 01:11:15,240 --> 01:11:16,840 That really meant a lot to me. 1126 01:11:38,000 --> 01:11:41,200 Why can't Miss Italy just be what it is? 1127 01:11:43,960 --> 01:11:45,160 Why not? 1128 01:11:46,720 --> 01:11:47,960 Why not? 1129 01:11:49,680 --> 01:11:54,160 REGIONAL FINALS 1130 01:12:21,840 --> 01:12:24,680 Good evening and welcome to the Miss Italy pageant 1131 01:12:24,760 --> 01:12:26,000 in beautiful Noto. 1132 01:12:32,680 --> 01:12:34,000 Bravo! 1133 01:12:38,680 --> 01:12:40,400 Miss Italy is Miss Italy. 1134 01:12:41,000 --> 01:12:43,920 You're the most beautiful girls in all of Sicily. 1135 01:12:44,000 --> 01:12:45,480 Is it about being the best? 1136 01:12:45,560 --> 01:12:49,520 No. Because you're all beautiful. You all deserve to win. 1137 01:12:49,600 --> 01:12:53,800 I put myself out there, and you put your trust in me. Okay? 1138 01:12:53,880 --> 01:12:56,160 Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. 1139 01:13:04,280 --> 01:13:07,560 What I want to say to you is that I've been successful in this job 1140 01:13:07,640 --> 01:13:10,760 because I have brains and I'm not afraid to use them. 1141 01:13:10,840 --> 01:13:14,680 When you want something, you have to do whatever it takes to get it. 1142 01:13:15,200 --> 01:13:17,080 Carmen Martorana! 1143 01:13:18,040 --> 01:13:22,840 I mean, if I could choose how to die, I'd die on stage. 1144 01:13:26,840 --> 01:13:30,240 I made it a point to quit when I was at the top of my game. 1145 01:13:30,320 --> 01:13:33,120 If you quit when you're ahead, everyone will remember you. 1146 01:13:43,080 --> 01:13:47,720 I'm Alessio Stefanelli, Gerry Stefanelli's son. 1147 01:13:57,400 --> 01:14:02,120 The national finalist for the Miss Italy pageant from Sicily… 1148 01:14:03,920 --> 01:14:05,720 Miss Aosta Valley… 1149 01:14:05,800 --> 01:14:08,680 -Miss Lombardy… -Miss Emilia… 1150 01:14:08,760 --> 01:14:11,640 -Miss Tuscany… -Miss Apulia… 1151 01:14:11,720 --> 01:14:14,080 -Is number… -Is number… 1152 01:14:16,480 --> 01:14:19,200 Twenty-six, Gloria Di Bella! 1153 01:14:22,520 --> 01:14:24,400 Claudia Pieraccini! 1154 01:14:43,200 --> 01:14:46,800 For so many years, I've put my happiness in the hands of others. 1155 01:14:46,880 --> 01:14:50,440 The government, the state, in the hands of my son. 1156 01:14:50,520 --> 01:14:51,640 Not anymore. 1157 01:14:51,720 --> 01:14:54,760 Real happiness lies in my own hands. 1158 01:15:01,960 --> 01:15:03,160 Hello? 1159 01:15:06,120 --> 01:15:07,240 Yes, speaking. 1160 01:15:07,320 --> 01:15:09,240 …the Miss Italy finals. 1161 01:15:11,240 --> 01:15:13,520 You mean, I'm one of the finalists? 1162 01:15:14,040 --> 01:15:17,800 Uh, let's just say, uh… this process is often… 1163 01:15:18,440 --> 01:15:20,880 -Who's on the phone? -How should I know? 1164 01:15:21,920 --> 01:15:23,200 Who is it? 1165 01:15:23,280 --> 01:15:24,320 What is it? Have you been… 1166 01:15:24,400 --> 01:15:25,520 Who? Aurora? 1167 01:15:25,600 --> 01:15:29,160 He said I was one of the girls who… how did he put it… 1168 01:15:29,240 --> 01:15:31,680 who made a particular impact on the panel. 1169 01:15:31,760 --> 01:15:34,120 And sometimes they invite contestants back. 1170 01:15:35,720 --> 01:15:38,680 -And then, he said that-- -Are you in the pageant or not? 1171 01:15:38,760 --> 01:15:40,520 -In. -So you're one of the-- 1172 01:15:40,600 --> 01:15:43,320 He said, "You're one of the national pre-finalists." 1173 01:15:43,400 --> 01:15:46,480 So wait, he said they want you back in the competition? 1174 01:15:46,560 --> 01:15:48,280 Is that what's happening? 1175 01:15:49,600 --> 01:15:51,760 NATIONAL PRE-FINALS 1176 01:15:52,360 --> 01:15:55,520 OCTOBER 1177 01:15:55,600 --> 01:15:58,000 Look this way. This way! 1178 01:16:00,000 --> 01:16:02,520 Miss Italy! 1179 01:16:06,240 --> 01:16:08,000 Over here, Mirigliani. 1180 01:16:13,480 --> 01:16:17,160 Hey, quiet backstage, please. We're gonna get started. 1181 01:16:17,240 --> 01:16:21,400 Tonight we have the pleasure of hosting the Piedmont region. 1182 01:16:23,720 --> 01:16:30,160 Tuscany. Aosta Valley. Liguria. Veneto. Lombardy. 1183 01:16:32,200 --> 01:16:35,520 Welcome. We have 30 minutes together. 1184 01:16:35,600 --> 01:16:38,920 This is your chance to tell us all about yourselves. Let's begin. 1185 01:16:42,960 --> 01:16:46,760 Hi. My name's Alessandra Zonno. I'm 27. I'm from Rome. 1186 01:16:46,840 --> 01:16:50,160 I work for an online clothing store, and I'm a dancer. 1187 01:16:50,240 --> 01:16:52,920 Dancing used to be a hobby for me, a way to get exercise, 1188 01:16:53,000 --> 01:16:55,000 but now it's my passion. 1189 01:16:56,080 --> 01:16:57,560 How am I doing? 1190 01:16:57,640 --> 01:16:58,840 Great. 1191 01:16:58,920 --> 01:17:00,120 Are you being honest? 1192 01:17:00,200 --> 01:17:01,960 Yes. I'm always straight with you. 1193 01:17:02,040 --> 01:17:04,440 -Does it feel like I'm acting? -A little. 1194 01:17:04,520 --> 01:17:05,920 Go, girl. 1195 01:17:07,840 --> 01:17:12,680 My name's Isabella Fichera. I'm 19, and I have no artistic talent. 1196 01:17:13,240 --> 01:17:16,440 She's like that Zerocalcare character. "I don't give a shit." 1197 01:17:16,520 --> 01:17:18,720 "Can we get ice cream?" 1198 01:17:18,800 --> 01:17:22,280 I've got lots of ideas, but I'll probably talk about cosplay. 1199 01:17:22,360 --> 01:17:25,200 No one knows what it is, and I love talking about it. 1200 01:17:25,720 --> 01:17:27,360 -Cosplayer? -Cosplayer. 1201 01:17:28,800 --> 01:17:29,960 Look at this. 1202 01:17:30,040 --> 01:17:31,560 Whoa! That's… Wow! 1203 01:17:31,640 --> 01:17:35,680 You literally create bombs, guns, dresses, whatever you want. 1204 01:17:35,760 --> 01:17:37,920 -That's beautiful. -The wig. All of it. 1205 01:17:38,000 --> 01:17:39,800 Thank you. You're gonna make me cry. 1206 01:17:39,880 --> 01:17:42,720 Okay, so if I'm not Miss Italy, I'll shoot 'em in the face. 1207 01:17:44,400 --> 01:17:47,440 I mean, of course beauty's the number one consideration. 1208 01:17:47,520 --> 01:17:49,680 But I think they also look for what's underneath, 1209 01:17:49,760 --> 01:17:51,320 what we're like inside. 1210 01:17:51,840 --> 01:17:56,000 Okay, so tell me, how can I #possibly make them see that, 1211 01:17:56,080 --> 01:17:57,160 what's inside? 1212 01:17:57,240 --> 01:17:58,320 Hmm. 1213 01:17:58,840 --> 01:18:00,120 I don't know. 1214 01:18:00,640 --> 01:18:02,200 It's a beauty pageant. 1215 01:18:02,280 --> 01:18:03,920 -It's all about beauty. -That's right. 1216 01:18:04,000 --> 01:18:06,160 I mean, obviously, they look at personality too. 1217 01:18:06,240 --> 01:18:07,920 -Well… -What that person is like. 1218 01:18:08,000 --> 01:18:11,640 And you have to be smart. Because if you're not smart… 1219 01:18:11,720 --> 01:18:14,960 -Enough with beauty standards. -I want to believe it's different. 1220 01:18:15,040 --> 01:18:17,760 Otherwise, they could just use our photos, right? 1221 01:18:17,840 --> 01:18:20,480 I mean, they're giving us a chance to express ourselves, 1222 01:18:20,560 --> 01:18:22,920 to show them what we can do, who we are. 1223 01:18:23,000 --> 01:18:26,400 I think that means they really want to see who we are on the inside. 1224 01:18:26,480 --> 01:18:28,200 -Exactly. -Yeah. 1225 01:18:29,120 --> 01:18:33,200 Why do you think you got a sash? In your opinion. 1226 01:18:33,280 --> 01:18:36,280 I think it's because I'm a fun person. 1227 01:18:36,360 --> 01:18:38,720 Come on. Don't be silly. 1228 01:18:38,800 --> 01:18:40,640 -Because-- -You're more than "fun." 1229 01:18:40,720 --> 01:18:43,240 I think you're a really interesting person. 1230 01:18:43,760 --> 01:18:45,760 -Thank you. -You have something to say. 1231 01:18:46,280 --> 01:18:48,240 Thanks. 1232 01:18:50,440 --> 01:18:54,560 Hugs! Come here. I'm sweaty, but I don't smell. Do I smell? 1233 01:18:55,520 --> 01:18:58,440 Okay, come on. Are you going to read us your poem? 1234 01:18:58,520 --> 01:19:00,000 -Read it out loud? -Yes. 1235 01:19:00,080 --> 01:19:02,440 -I've been asking all day. -You want me to read it? 1236 01:19:02,520 --> 01:19:05,960 -Yes. -Just focus on the words. 1237 01:19:10,720 --> 01:19:11,840 Aurora? 1238 01:19:15,480 --> 01:19:17,680 -Can I stand up? -Of course. 1239 01:19:18,680 --> 01:19:22,960 Um, I can't tell you who I am because I don't really know. 1240 01:19:23,040 --> 01:19:27,480 During the first selection process, I said I went there without a mask. 1241 01:19:27,560 --> 01:19:29,080 But that wasn't true. 1242 01:19:29,160 --> 01:19:32,600 It wasn't true because I was still wearing a mask. 1243 01:19:32,680 --> 01:19:33,840 I tried to hide my insecurity 1244 01:19:33,920 --> 01:19:37,880 by being funny and acting like… like I didn't actually care 1245 01:19:37,960 --> 01:19:39,320 about how it would turn out. 1246 01:19:39,400 --> 01:19:41,400 But I do care. I care a lot. 1247 01:19:41,480 --> 01:19:44,200 And I want to be Miss Italy so that one day 1248 01:19:44,280 --> 01:19:46,520 all of Italy can become Miss Italy too. 1249 01:19:46,600 --> 01:19:48,320 It wouldn't be just me winning 1250 01:19:48,400 --> 01:19:50,760 because I'm representing a different standard 1251 01:19:50,840 --> 01:19:52,600 of what it means to be beautiful. 1252 01:19:53,440 --> 01:19:56,200 I'm bringing a message for everyone. 1253 01:19:56,280 --> 01:20:00,080 I'd like to read you a poem I wrote about my idea of beauty. 1254 01:20:04,440 --> 01:20:09,800 I rest my eyes gently upon myself I speak to myself with kind words 1255 01:20:09,880 --> 01:20:14,560 I caress my face and feel smooth skin Not the tough shell I thought I had 1256 01:20:14,640 --> 01:20:20,240 I embrace myself and feel my warmth Not the cold-blooded soul I thought I was 1257 01:20:20,840 --> 01:20:25,800 I look in the mirror and see a woman Who is able to cry without shame 1258 01:20:25,880 --> 01:20:30,000 Who is capable of drawing strength From her weaknesses 1259 01:20:30,080 --> 01:20:33,200 Because she is capable Of giving gentle kisses 1260 01:20:33,280 --> 01:20:34,640 To all her flaws 1261 01:20:35,160 --> 01:20:36,360 Because… 1262 01:20:44,640 --> 01:20:47,160 Because this is beauty to love oneself 1263 01:20:47,240 --> 01:20:48,880 When self-hatred creeps in 1264 01:20:48,960 --> 01:20:51,680 To have the delicacy To pluck a rotten flower 1265 01:20:51,760 --> 01:20:54,480 And transform it Into a beautiful sunflower 1266 01:20:54,560 --> 01:20:57,520 To grasp our own hand When emptiness strikes 1267 01:20:57,600 --> 01:20:58,720 And drags us down 1268 01:20:58,800 --> 01:21:01,760 It's not perfect lines, it's not symmetry 1269 01:21:01,840 --> 01:21:05,120 Because, in the end We are born as blank canvases 1270 01:21:05,200 --> 01:21:09,080 And we realize one thing That we are beautiful scribbles 1271 01:21:09,160 --> 01:21:10,800 Love yourselves in the dark 1272 01:21:10,880 --> 01:21:14,480 Always, immensely, me, Miss Italy 1273 01:21:14,560 --> 01:21:16,920 That's beautiful. You're amazing. 1274 01:21:17,000 --> 01:21:20,280 Okay, I really am gonna cry now, I swear. 1275 01:21:20,920 --> 01:21:23,120 Come on. Let's have fun! 1276 01:21:27,040 --> 01:21:29,280 -Very good. -Thank you. 1277 01:21:33,840 --> 01:21:35,800 Okay, make sure everyone can see you. 1278 01:21:35,880 --> 01:21:37,040 Look this way. 1279 01:21:38,640 --> 01:21:41,160 I really liked her. She's got energy. She's brave. 1280 01:21:41,240 --> 01:21:43,680 Yes, but that's just what she wants you to see. 1281 01:21:43,760 --> 01:21:46,440 They all choose to show us different things. 1282 01:21:46,520 --> 01:21:48,880 -They have pluses and minuses. -I look beyond that. 1283 01:21:48,960 --> 01:21:50,760 I know. I'm doing that too. 1284 01:21:50,840 --> 01:21:53,080 No, you've been caught up in her net. 1285 01:21:53,160 --> 01:21:57,880 But isn't that their job? Until she came along, I was totally bored, 1286 01:21:57,960 --> 01:21:59,400 -Then she-- -You find this boring? 1287 01:21:59,480 --> 01:22:01,320 -That's not what I said. -You like controversy. 1288 01:22:01,400 --> 01:22:03,920 I just meant she's different and she caught my attention. 1289 01:22:04,000 --> 01:22:05,840 Enough. Two-twenty is in. 1290 01:22:10,440 --> 01:22:12,400 Next up is the Molise region. 1291 01:22:12,480 --> 01:22:15,320 The finalist for the Miss Italy pageant is 1292 01:22:15,400 --> 01:22:17,520 Antonella Iaffaldano. 1293 01:22:18,480 --> 01:22:20,520 Lazio, move, please! 1294 01:22:22,440 --> 01:22:25,200 Four… Six… That's eight. 1295 01:22:25,280 --> 01:22:27,360 Now it's Tuscany's turn. 1296 01:22:27,440 --> 01:22:29,080 Deborah Sarti. 1297 01:22:33,320 --> 01:22:37,160 Moving on to the Miss Italy national finals is… 1298 01:22:37,240 --> 01:22:39,320 Anastasia Pellegrino. 1299 01:22:44,040 --> 01:22:46,840 For the region of our capital city… 1300 01:22:48,360 --> 01:22:50,400 We have Alessandra Zonno, 1301 01:22:50,920 --> 01:22:55,800 Isabella Fichera, and Aurora Miniaci. 1302 01:23:04,440 --> 01:23:08,400 Who will be going to the national finals of Miss Italy? 1303 01:23:10,600 --> 01:23:11,720 It's… 1304 01:23:15,320 --> 01:23:17,000 Giulia Gerardi. 1305 01:23:25,000 --> 01:23:26,920 Mom, I'm a finalist. 1306 01:23:28,440 --> 01:23:29,960 Yeah. 1307 01:23:33,720 --> 01:23:36,240 -Oh, I can't believe it. -That's lovely. 1308 01:23:42,360 --> 01:23:45,040 If I was different, I might have won. 1309 01:23:47,600 --> 01:23:49,320 If I had long hair… 1310 01:23:51,440 --> 01:23:52,760 Other things. 1311 01:23:54,440 --> 01:23:55,480 I don't know. 1312 01:23:56,680 --> 01:24:00,600 Maybe they brought me here as the token not-pretty girl. 1313 01:24:02,880 --> 01:24:07,520 Like I'm just… a character, not a real Miss Italy. 1314 01:24:09,640 --> 01:24:12,240 Anyway, I don't think the last few Miss Italies 1315 01:24:12,320 --> 01:24:14,680 have had much success after the pageant. 1316 01:24:31,080 --> 01:24:34,400 THE GRAND FINAL 1317 01:24:35,880 --> 01:24:40,680 So, Patrizia, as I was saying, we've come up with a messaging approach. 1318 01:24:40,760 --> 01:24:44,320 We don't want the girls to come across as selfish or not very bright. 1319 01:24:44,400 --> 01:24:48,040 To avoid that, I've made a list of the top 50 global emergencies 1320 01:24:48,120 --> 01:24:49,840 that they can use for reference. 1321 01:24:49,920 --> 01:24:54,160 So, for example, instead of saying, "I want world peace," they could say, 1322 01:24:54,240 --> 01:24:58,440 "I want to remind everyone that there are 61 wars going on in the world 1323 01:24:58,520 --> 01:25:00,560 right at this very moment." 1324 01:25:00,640 --> 01:25:01,520 Right. 1325 01:25:01,600 --> 01:25:04,360 We can either assign topics or they can draw straws. 1326 01:25:04,440 --> 01:25:07,280 We don't want complaints like, "Why did I get this war?" 1327 01:25:07,360 --> 01:25:09,440 or "How come she got climate change?" 1328 01:25:09,520 --> 01:25:11,680 -Okay, they can draw one at random. -Good. "Random." 1329 01:25:11,760 --> 01:25:13,320 Randomly. 1330 01:25:14,120 --> 01:25:16,560 Now, about the main guest. 1331 01:25:18,920 --> 01:25:21,200 It's mid-show. We need someone fresh. 1332 01:25:21,280 --> 01:25:22,480 A fresh face. 1333 01:25:22,560 --> 01:25:26,520 It would be nice to get someone from Rome. Like Gazzelle, maybe. 1334 01:25:26,600 --> 01:25:29,200 He's popular, but I don't know how to reach him. 1335 01:25:29,280 --> 01:25:32,600 The main thing is, you need something with a rap flavor here. 1336 01:25:32,680 --> 01:25:34,080 Yes, we need new blood. 1337 01:25:34,160 --> 01:25:38,160 Some youthful energy to shake things up. I like J-Ax. 1338 01:25:40,520 --> 01:25:41,760 Then it's your turn. 1339 01:25:41,840 --> 01:25:45,800 You say something like, "This Miss Italy is dedicated to you 1340 01:25:45,880 --> 01:25:46,880 and to resilience." 1341 01:25:46,960 --> 01:25:50,240 Let's show the people who may not be fully aware of our past problems 1342 01:25:50,320 --> 01:25:54,040 that we're here, we're alive, we've found our path. 1343 01:25:54,120 --> 01:25:56,680 They should follow us because we're moving forward 1344 01:25:56,760 --> 01:25:57,960 without hesitation. 1345 01:25:58,040 --> 01:25:59,440 No second-guessing. 1346 01:25:59,520 --> 01:26:00,840 There's no turning back. 1347 01:26:00,920 --> 01:26:02,680 There's no turning back. 1348 01:26:09,040 --> 01:26:14,320 NOVEMBER GRAND HOTEL SALSOMAGGIORE 1349 01:26:48,360 --> 01:26:50,520 Good evening. Here we are. 1350 01:26:54,000 --> 01:26:57,760 The search for a new location has been very complicated. 1351 01:26:57,840 --> 01:26:59,000 But I have big news. 1352 01:26:59,080 --> 01:27:04,680 I'm thrilled to announce that the finals will be held at Salsomaggiore Terme, 1353 01:27:04,760 --> 01:27:06,600 the original home of Miss Italy. 1354 01:27:16,240 --> 01:27:19,440 This is my headquarters. It must be yours too. 1355 01:27:19,520 --> 01:27:21,320 Thank you, everyone. 1356 01:27:41,040 --> 01:27:43,840 Nicola is in Sora right now. 1357 01:27:48,280 --> 01:27:50,920 Sora? Where is Sora? 1358 01:27:51,000 --> 01:27:56,040 Where is he? Venice, Bologna, Florence… Sora. 1359 01:27:59,720 --> 01:28:01,840 Come on, I wanna go and throw a few punches. 1360 01:28:01,920 --> 01:28:03,040 Let's go for it. 1361 01:28:04,200 --> 01:28:05,400 Nope, no good. 1362 01:28:07,320 --> 01:28:09,760 Good job. Try it again. Throw harder. 1363 01:28:11,200 --> 01:28:13,560 Andrea, don't you think Sora is funny? 1364 01:28:13,640 --> 01:28:15,400 No? Whatever. 1365 01:28:18,360 --> 01:28:19,240 Ow. 1366 01:28:19,320 --> 01:28:21,600 He does nothing in Sora. 1367 01:28:23,920 --> 01:28:26,120 He's like a prince who's found his geisha. 1368 01:28:26,640 --> 01:28:28,320 Catch me! 1369 01:28:30,880 --> 01:28:33,440 That's it. He has a geisha from Sora. 1370 01:28:37,160 --> 01:28:40,200 I really hope you can find a way to be part of Miss Italy. 1371 01:28:40,720 --> 01:28:43,680 Maybe what you need to do is be a little more aggressive. 1372 01:28:43,760 --> 01:28:44,960 What do you think? 1373 01:28:46,920 --> 01:28:47,920 Yeah. 1374 01:28:48,000 --> 01:28:52,400 But… as long as… Mama Patrizia is there, 1375 01:28:53,080 --> 01:28:54,480 you know, my mother… 1376 01:28:56,640 --> 01:28:59,200 -But you could talk to her. -I could talk to her. You could. 1377 01:29:01,360 --> 01:29:03,680 When he gets here, I'll give him a hug. 1378 01:29:03,760 --> 01:29:05,280 The thing is, when he's near me, 1379 01:29:05,360 --> 01:29:08,080 I get irritated, and when he's not, I miss him. 1380 01:29:10,240 --> 01:29:14,560 So… the final show will be even more lovely because he'll be there. 1381 01:29:25,960 --> 01:29:26,880 Maria? 1382 01:29:26,960 --> 01:29:28,080 ON THE PHONE: A JOURNALIST 1383 01:29:28,160 --> 01:29:30,280 Almost every girl who's come through 1384 01:29:30,360 --> 01:29:32,440 has suffered from this type of problem. 1385 01:29:32,960 --> 01:29:35,240 Veronica? Can I speak with you for a moment? 1386 01:29:35,840 --> 01:29:37,720 It's about that girl that was… 1387 01:29:38,640 --> 01:29:39,480 Adopted? 1388 01:29:39,560 --> 01:29:42,200 Adopted, then she was abused and raped. 1389 01:29:42,280 --> 01:29:43,960 What's her full story? 1390 01:29:44,040 --> 01:29:45,440 Bullied at school. 1391 01:29:45,520 --> 01:29:47,600 Well, many of them were bullied in school. 1392 01:29:47,680 --> 01:29:49,720 We'll send you everything. Yes. 1393 01:29:51,120 --> 01:29:55,280 NATIONAL FINAL 1394 01:30:07,440 --> 01:30:09,600 Salvo! My Sicily! 1395 01:30:09,680 --> 01:30:11,760 -Hi! -Ah! 1396 01:30:21,600 --> 01:30:23,400 You're so beautiful. 1397 01:30:31,800 --> 01:30:35,400 I want to thank this wonderful panel here with me. 1398 01:30:39,440 --> 01:30:41,360 -Nicola, where are you? -Hey. We're here. 1399 01:30:41,440 --> 01:30:45,680 We're in the car. We're driving. Uh… we're… 1400 01:30:47,280 --> 01:30:48,680 -Uh, Nicola? -Hold on. 1401 01:30:48,760 --> 01:30:50,680 -Where are we? -I don't know. 1402 01:30:50,760 --> 01:30:52,400 Just past Pistoia. 1403 01:30:52,480 --> 01:30:55,360 -Yes. -In Pistoia? You'll never make it on time. 1404 01:30:55,440 --> 01:30:57,200 It starts in 15 minutes. 1405 01:30:57,280 --> 01:30:58,640 Nicola! 1406 01:31:06,720 --> 01:31:07,880 Thank you. Good luck. 1407 01:31:11,920 --> 01:31:14,480 Ladies and gentlemen, Jo Squillo. 1408 01:31:14,560 --> 01:31:17,160 Welcome to the finals of Miss Italy! 1409 01:31:19,760 --> 01:31:21,440 Ladies and gentlemen, the panel! 1410 01:31:21,520 --> 01:31:25,200 Why is the Sanremo Festival in, but Miss Italy is out? 1411 01:31:25,280 --> 01:31:29,960 RAI 1 is rejecting core Italian values, and that's totally unacceptable. 1412 01:31:31,240 --> 01:31:32,440 Up there. 1413 01:31:33,440 --> 01:31:34,760 That way. Take the exit. 1414 01:31:35,680 --> 01:31:38,040 This is a new beginning for Miss Italy. 1415 01:31:38,120 --> 01:31:40,400 This is the rebirth of the Miss Italy pageant. 1416 01:31:41,120 --> 01:31:45,000 Good luck to all the girls. Let's get this wonderful evening started. 1417 01:31:48,520 --> 01:31:53,920 Ladies and gentlemen, here are the 40 Miss Italy finalists. 1418 01:32:03,920 --> 01:32:08,200 This group of amazing women will be cut from 40 to 20. 1419 01:32:13,280 --> 01:32:16,600 Vittorio has always been an amazing talent scout. 1420 01:32:17,400 --> 01:32:18,480 It's cold. 1421 01:32:22,080 --> 01:32:24,400 -You're gonna smoke now? -Just the one. 1422 01:32:25,080 --> 01:32:25,920 No? 1423 01:32:29,160 --> 01:32:30,240 It's great! 1424 01:32:31,400 --> 01:32:34,400 So, will you be the director of Miss Italy in 2020? 1425 01:32:34,480 --> 01:32:35,880 Will that be you? 1426 01:32:36,400 --> 01:32:39,440 -Maybe. -You heard it here first! Until next time! 1427 01:32:40,280 --> 01:32:41,440 Why don't you smoke it… 1428 01:32:41,520 --> 01:32:44,040 -While I'm walking? -Yeah. 1429 01:32:47,240 --> 01:32:51,160 And now, here are the three finalists for Miss Italy. 1430 01:32:51,240 --> 01:32:55,840 Francesca Bergesio, Veronica Lasagna, Siria Pozzi! 1431 01:32:55,920 --> 01:32:56,920 ELIMINATION 1432 01:32:57,000 --> 01:33:00,760 And now we're going to call to the stage the architect of this pageant. 1433 01:33:00,840 --> 01:33:04,240 A woman who's a fighter, that often finds herself at war. 1434 01:33:04,320 --> 01:33:06,000 Patrizia Mirigliani! 1435 01:33:18,240 --> 01:33:19,320 Are you press? 1436 01:33:19,400 --> 01:33:22,200 No, I'm Mirigliani. Mirigliani's son. 1437 01:33:22,280 --> 01:33:24,200 -Who? -Mirigliani's son. 1438 01:33:24,280 --> 01:33:25,800 -Slow down. -Nicola. 1439 01:33:25,880 --> 01:33:27,600 -Patrizia's son. -Okay. 1440 01:33:28,400 --> 01:33:30,560 Uh… is she here? 1441 01:33:30,640 --> 01:33:33,640 She's here to give a tribute to the pageant's long history. 1442 01:33:39,000 --> 01:33:42,920 My journey with this pageant began 24 years ago. 1443 01:33:43,000 --> 01:33:45,080 I'm a grateful survivor. 1444 01:33:45,160 --> 01:33:48,160 I'm lucky to be alive, and I want to give something back 1445 01:33:48,240 --> 01:33:51,400 by making my father's dream come true. 1446 01:33:53,440 --> 01:33:55,120 And also my dream. 1447 01:33:56,680 --> 01:34:00,360 It was a setback when RAI decided not to broadcast Miss Italy. 1448 01:34:00,440 --> 01:34:04,320 And I've continued to face many obstacles right up to today. 1449 01:34:06,000 --> 01:34:09,440 Once again, our ship struggled to dock this year, 1450 01:34:09,520 --> 01:34:13,760 and we faced some of the biggest hurdles in our long history. 1451 01:34:13,840 --> 01:34:15,360 But here we are. 1452 01:34:16,200 --> 01:34:18,960 I'd like to thank all the friends who are here, 1453 01:34:19,040 --> 01:34:21,880 this panel that honors me with their presence, 1454 01:34:21,960 --> 01:34:25,000 and all the fans out there who love us. 1455 01:34:25,080 --> 01:34:27,840 I'd also like to recognize the Miss Italy army, 1456 01:34:27,920 --> 01:34:32,400 my regional agents who represent an Italy full of integrity and grace. 1457 01:34:32,480 --> 01:34:36,160 And thank you, Dad, for leaving me this wonderful legacy. 1458 01:34:36,240 --> 01:34:39,920 I'm here in Salsomaggiore, a city you always loved. 1459 01:34:40,000 --> 01:34:44,360 Every day is a new challenge for me. It was a bit easier for you. 1460 01:34:45,880 --> 01:34:48,840 After all, your name was Vincenzo Fortunato. 1461 01:34:50,360 --> 01:34:52,160 And you were a man. 1462 01:35:13,440 --> 01:35:17,800 Miss Italy 2023 is and always will be 1463 01:35:18,680 --> 01:35:20,040 Francesca Bergesio! 1464 01:35:55,280 --> 01:36:01,480 MISS ITALIA MUSTN’T DIE 1465 01:37:37,040 --> 01:37:39,960 Subtitles translation by: Luisa Zamboni