On Saturday, July 19, 2025, in the evocative setting of the Cloister of San Francesco at the Convent of Saint Anthony of Padua in Favara (AG), the awards ceremony for the 2nd Edition of the International Barone Antonio Mendola Prize took place.
Stefania Capobianco—director, writer, producer, host, journalist, and founder of the film and television production company DirAmare—was honored with the Special Jury Prize, accompanied by the following citation:"For her outstanding commitment to enhancing local territories through skillful cinematic promotion."
Unable to attend the event in person, Stefania Capobianco sent a message of thanks, emphasizing the importance of this recognition, which celebrates the deep connection between culture, storytelling, and the identity of places.
Dedicated to Baron Antonio Mendola—a pioneer of scientific thought and a promoter of cultural development—the award stands as a significant tribute to the power of communication and memory through art.
