Two Films. Historical Fiction.

~Lady In Ermine ~ Antonio’s Road

Antonio’s Road, a feature film, written and directed by Donna DiGiuseppe

Naples Film Review, Napoli nel Cinema, Social World Film Festival screening July 11, 2026 Vico Equense, Bay of Naples:

ANTONIO’S ROAD   Film Review, Pasadena International Film Festival 2026 World Premiere

Antonio’s Road is a  touching  movie. As an immigrant, I deeply connected with its portrayal of resilience and the journey of building a new life in a new place. It was  beautifully crafted, with a story that felt both  intimate and powerful. The cast delivered  outstanding performances  that brought  depth  and  authenticity  to every moment. Kandace Caine, April 12, 2026 https://canvasrebel.com/meet-kandace-caine



AND, in development, a feature film adapting the novel,

Lady in Ermine: The Story of a Woman Who Painted The Renaissance

“…smart, sexy and surprising!” critic, Jan Wahl

“Will translate beautifully to the big screen,” Phillip Noyce, Director, Rabbit-Proof Fence

A short film (2022) adapting the first chapter and featuring the actress Valeria Di Menno as Sofonisba Anguissola garnered praise and laurels on the festival circuit with viewers asking, “what happens next to Sofi?”

Enjoy Trailer for the proof of concept Lady In Ermine Short Film (2022) 8 min

For feature film or series adaptation of LADY IN ERMINE or to become an Executive Producer on the feature in development, kindly email: donna@sofonisba.net

First cover, Bagwyn Books publication, Arizona State University (2019).

Prado Exhibition, October 2019