On the fiftieth anniversary of Pier Paolo Pasolini’s passing, Salò hosted a cultural conference titled “From Salò to Salò – 50 Years Without Pasolini.” The event, which took place on Saturday afternoon, featured prominent scholars and national educators, and was moderated by Albano Morandi, director of the project Meccaniche della Meraviglia. During the meeting, various aspects of Pasolini’s life and work were explored, with significant contributions from journalist Pino Casamassima and speaker Simona Zecchi, who respectively analyzed the cultural context of the era and the complex legal issues surrounding his death. The reflections that emerged during the conference highlighted not only Pasolini’s artistic importance but also his controversial and critical stance toward power and consumerism. In particular, Casamassima referenced historical events such as the conflict on March 1, 1968, at Valle Giulia to underscore the author’s political positions. Zecchi, on the other hand, delved into the mysteries surrounding Pasolini’s murder, suggesting the existence of unidentified accomplices. The event proved to be an important opportunity to reignite the debate on the relevance of Pasolini’s ideas in the contemporary landscape. Italian Version
Salò Celebrates Pasolini: Cultural Conference on His Legacy
