The Modena Effect: Hollywood's Love Affair with Italy's Automotive Heartland The recent surge in films celebrating Italy's rich automotive heritage has sparked curiosity about what drives this cinematic fascination.
At its core lies a complex interplay of passion, history, and geography centered around Emilia Romagna, Italy's heartland of horsepower. Modena has become the unlikely star of this production.
Michael Mann's Ferrari, which premiered at Venice in 2023, was largely filmed on location there.