Where can I watch 'Love Monster'?

The film is available on FENDI's official YouTube channel and website, with multilingual subtitles planned.

Will the film be broadcast on TV?

Currently, it's exclusively on digital platforms. Festival screenings may follow.

Is the Galleria Nazionale open to the public?

Yes, the museum is normally open, but filming occurred after closing hours.

What other cultural initiatives does FENDI have in Rome?

FENDI supports restoration of historic sites and emerging artists in Rome.

Will the couture collection be sold?

Haute couture pieces are made-to-order for private clients.

FENDI Unveils Original Short Film 'Love Monster' to Launch 2026-2027 Fall/Winter Haute Couture Collection

Published Jul 14, 2026 2:30 AM ・ Updated Jul 13, 2026 7:54 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Italian luxury house FENDI has released 'Love Monster,' an original short film directed by Valeria Golino, to launch its 2026-2027 Fall/Winter Haute Couture Collection. Starring Leila George and Pietro Castellitto, the film explores desire between dreams and reality, filmed in Rome’s historic Villa Borghese and the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art.

Behind the Scenes of 'Love Monster'

FENDI, the iconic luxury brand from Rome, Italy, unveiled 'Love Monster,' an original short film directed by Valeria Golino, on July 9, 2026, to inaugurate its 2026–2027 Fall/Winter Haute Couture Collection. The film stars Leila George and Pietro Castellitto.

Released just before the couture collection was streamed live to the world at 8:30 PM local Italian time, 'Love Monster' sets a poetic tone for the evening, portraying a story of desire oscillating between dreams and reality.

Filming took place in the gardens of Villa Borghese and within the closed halls of the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea—the very venue hosting the couture presentation. Conceived as an emotional overture to the collection, the film reflects the themes of sensuality, freedom, and joy explored in the designs. Through this original work, FENDI reaffirms its enduring bond with Rome and its long-standing dialogue with art.

Valeria Golino shared her vision: 'I wanted to create a short film that is both slow and fast at the same time. Slow in depicting kisses, caresses, intimate moments, and sweet aftertastes, yet fast when portraying the urge to escape. Then coming back together, closer than ever, laughing, and running away again—falling in love all over again.'

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Credits Director: Valeria Golino Producers: Viola Prestieri, Eleonora Pratelli Cinematography: Gergely Poharnok Editing: Giogiò Franchini

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