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Dolce Media Group\u2019s Mini-Documentary \u201cLa Dolce Vita in Malta\u201d Officially Selected for ICFF 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 3, 2026 \/EINPresswire.com<\/a>\/ — Dolce Media Group<\/a> announced that its mini-documentary, \u201cLa Dolce Vita in Malta,\u201d<\/a> has been officially selected for screening at the Lavazza IncluCity Festival (ICFF)<\/a> on July 8, 2026.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are pleased to welcome \u2018La Dolce Vita in Malta\u2019 as part of the 2026 festival program,\u201d said Cristiano de Florentiis, executive director and co-founder of ICFF. \u201cICFF celebrates stories that connect culture, identity, and artistic expression, and this project beautifully captures all of those elements while sharing a unique Mediterranean story with audiences.\u201d<\/p>\n

Created in collaboration with VisitMalta, the cinematic project was developed as a visual companion to the acclaimed luxury coffee-table book of the same name, celebrating Malta\u2019s artistry, culture and refined Mediterranean lifestyle.<\/p>\n

To bring the documentary to life, the Dolce Media Group production team travelled to Malta for a weeklong shoot, capturing original footage and conducting exclusive interviews across some of the island\u2019s most iconic cultural and creative destinations.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are incredibly honoured to have \u2018La Dolce Vita in Malta\u2019 recognized by ICFF,\u201d said Michelle Zerillo-Sosa, co-founder of Dolce Media Group and editor-in-chief of Dolce Magazine. \u201cThis documentary was created to celebrate Malta\u2019s soul \u2014 its beauty, creativity and people \u2014 and we\u2019re proud to share that story with international audiences through such a respected cultural platform.\u201d<\/p>\n

Through compelling storytelling and cinematic visuals, the documentary offers a contemporary portrait of Malta through the voices of its leading creatives, artists, designers and cultural leaders. The film explores the islands\u2019 rich cultural heritage, evolving luxury landscape, thriving creative community and long-standing traditions through an immersive editorial lens.<\/p>\n

Among those featured is internationally acclaimed fashion house Charles & Ron, whose work has helped shape Malta\u2019s modern fashion identity. The film also spotlights celebrated fashion designer Luke Azzopardi, recognized for his theatrical approach to couture and storytelling through design.<\/p>\n

The documentary further explores Malta\u2019s artistic landscape through visionary paper artist James Dimech, entrepreneur and designer Dana Carmont, and artist and surface pattern designer Stephanie Borg, each offering a unique perspective on creativity and craftsmanship rooted in Maltese culture.<\/p>\n

Malta\u2019s lengthy wine heritage also finds its place within the documentary through Josef Bonello, Wine Ambassador for Malta and Gozo with the Malta Tourism Authority, whose perspective adds another layer to the film\u2019s exploration of the island\u2019s identity and traditions. The film additionally features Carlo Micallef, chief executive officer of the Malta Tourism Authority, reflecting the collaboration between Dolce Media Group and VisitMalta in bringing the project to life.<\/p>\n

Beyond its featured personalities, \u201cLa Dolce Vita in Malta\u201d also highlights Malta\u2019s cultural heritage through the historic Teatru Manoel, led by Chief Executive Officer Edward Zammit. As Malta\u2019s national theatre and home of the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, Teatru Manoel remains one of the country\u2019s most treasured cultural landmarks.<\/p>\n

The documentary accompanies the recently launched \u201cLa Dolce Vita in Malta\u201d publication, a special-edition hardcover book developed to showcase Malta through refined editorial storytelling and original photography. Earlier this year, Dolce Media Group and VisitMalta celebrated the official launch of both the publication and cinematic project in New York, welcoming industry leaders, diplomats, media and cultural figures for an immersive evening inspired by Maltese culture and Mediterranean living.<\/p>\n

The collaboration with VisitMalta played an integral role in shaping the project\u2019s vision and storytelling approach, showcasing Malta through the lens of culture, gastronomy, heritage, luxury hospitality and contemporary Mediterranean lifestyle. As the official tourism organization for the Maltese Islands, VisitMalta continues to promote Malta to international audiences through initiatives centred on authentic cultural storytelling and elevated travel experiences.<\/p>\n

\u201cMalta is my home \u2014 my culture, my heritage,\u201d said Michelle Buttigieg, representative for the North American Malta Tourism Authority. \u201cThe designers and artists featured throughout the project reflect a Malta that is confident, design-driven and quietly luxurious. This Mediterranean archipelago is rooted in craftsmanship and authenticity, embracing a refined, fashion-forward aesthetic. This is Malta like you have not seen it before.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tickets are available online at www.icff.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Dolce Media Group<\/p>\n

Founded in 1996, Dolce Media Group is an award-winning multimedia, marketing and production company specializing in luxury lifestyle storytelling and brand strategy across print, digital, social and experiential platforms. Through Dolce Magazine and its affiliated channels, the company has spent over three decades showcasing excellence in travel, fashion, design, culture and gastronomy while partnering with leading international tourism boards, luxury brands and cultural institutions to create impactful marketing campaigns, branded content and strategic media initiatives. <\/p>\n

Follow Dolce Media Group on social media: @dolcemediagroup<\/p>\n

About ICFF<\/p>\n

Founded in 2012 as a grassroots non-profit film festival, the Italian Contemporary Film Festival (ICFF) has grown into a leading multicultural arts organization that celebrates the power of culture to connect communities. Through film, music, art and design, ICFF showcases Canadian and international talent while fostering inclusion, creativity and cross-cultural dialogue. Anchored by its flagship Lavazza IncluCity Festival in Toronto\u2019s historic Distillery District, ICFF welcomes more than 250,000 attendees annually through year-round programming and immersive cultural experiences.<\/p>\n

Follow ICFF on social media: @icffcanada<\/p>\n

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