Ilaria Borrelli, Filmmaker, Women’s Rights Activist, Mother.

Please welcome to our show the immensely talented Italian director and actress, Ilaria
Borrelli, who is also a human rights activist. In fact, much of Ilaria’s activism is
reflected in her work, often with an emphasis on the rights of woman and young girls.
I met Ilaria at the Italian Cultural Institute in Los Angeles, when she was speaking
about her film, “The Goat,” about an 11-year-old pregnant orphan forced into
marriage in her small Ethiopian village, only to escape with her goat, which provides
nourishment, companionship, and even friendship throughout her difficult journey to
find her her father, and ultimately peace. The film stars Mira Sorvino and John Savage,
along with young Egyptian Tik Tok star, Jessica Hosam.
Ilaria has been behind some of the most prolific films throughout her career, including
“Life Is Beautiful,” and “A Girl from the Brothel,” among others. We will talk with her
about her adventures filming in often dangerous condition, her life’s work as an
actress and eventually behind the camera, and how it all began in Naples, Italia. She
will also discuss her intense interest in spotlighting the dangers of human trafficking
young girls, and how she hopes to shed a spotlight on the issue through her work.
I’m honored to present Ilaria on our show, and thank you to my friend, Lorenza, for
suggesting an interview. Please find my full conversation with Ilaria on all video and
audio platforms of #DeborahKobyltLIVE, #LittleItalyPodcast, and
#LittleItalyOfLAPodcast. I’m your host, #DeborahZaraKobylt, and it’s a pleasure to
have you join us.