ITALIAN WANNABE with Post-Film Talkback

Italian Wannabe
Avon on Tour

Fri, Sept 18 6:00pm

This screening will be held at Ferguson Library (1 Public Library Plaza, Stamford, CT).

Post-film Q&A with director Steve Dabal and executive producer Harry Baruch.

After selling his beloved restaurant, a Los Angeles chef returns to the small village in Italy where he first fell in love with food in hopes of finding a new identity.

Steve Dabal is an Italian-American film director with a deep background in visual effects and a keen focus on non-fiction storytelling.  His work spans a wide spectrum, from conducting interviews with celebrities like Scarlett Johansson and Michael Vick, to Fortune-500 CEOs, war veterans, 9/11 survivors, stroke patients, and climate scientists in the Arctic. Dabal’s work has premiered at prestigious festivals such as the New York Film Festival and South by Southwest and have been showcased across the globe. He is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of the Family in New York City which has grown from a small art collective into a full service production house creating digital and physical artworks. It is proudly artist owned and operated.

Harry Baruch is widely recognized for his imaginative prowess and relaxed approach as a producer in the fast-paced world of commercial production. He kickstarted his journey within Broadway advertising by contributing his creative touch to iconic productions like Phantom of the Opera, Moulin Rouge, Chicago, Take Me Out, and many more, all of which secured Tony Award accolades. Beyond theater, Harry's collaborative nature led to partnerships with esteemed brands such as Gucci, Annie Leibovitz Studio, and Macy's. In 2019, he embraced a new role as an executive producer in Film and TV, guiding projects from development to distribution. Harry's innate talent lies in understanding each project's essence and aligning it with collaborators' strengths. Bringing his collaborative spirit and genuine approach to working with renowned brands, A-list celebrities, and visionary artists.

Avon on Tour is presented by The First Bank of Greenwich and sponsored by the Connecticut Office of the Arts, The John C. Griswold Family Foundation, Stamford Arts & Culture Commission, and Wireless Zone Gives. Additional support is provided by The Bruce Museum, Darien Library, Mill River Park, Ferguson Library, Museum of Contemporary Art \ Connecticut, and Stamford Town Center.

Film Info

Release Year: 2026
Language: English, Italian

Cast/Crew Info

Director: Steve Dabal
Cast: Bill Disselhorst

Social Media

Website: italianwannabe.com/