Directed by award-winning filmmaker and longtime TLN Media Group collaborator Sean Cisterna, this compelling documentary brings long-overdue attention to the story of the Julian-Dalmatian community—ethnic Italians from Julian March, Istria, Dalmatia, and areas of present-day Slovenia and Croatia who were forced into exile following the Second World War.
In 1945, as the war came to an end, these territories were incorporated into the newly formed Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Italian-speaking residents, perceived as vestiges of Fascist rule, faced persecution, forced assimilation, property seizures, and the tragedy of the foibe massacres, where thousands lost their lives. Many fled their homeland in search of safety and opportunity, with some resettling in Canada, where they rebuilt their lives and made meaningful contributions to the country’s cultural fabric.
Through a powerful blend of archival material, firsthand accounts, and expert historical insight, the film explores the community’s suffering, resilience, and steadfast commitment to preserving its heritage across generations. It stands as a moving tribute to a people defined by strength, perseverance, and a profound sense of identity.
Italiani Dimenticati is a moving homage to a forgotten chapter of Italian history and the people who lived it.
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