The diary (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2025, The diary is a documentary film directed by Vito Montesano, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. A visual story that captures the essence of the Giffoni Film Festival, described by François Truffaut as “the most necessary of festivals.” It is not a simple documentary, but an emotional diary that mixes daily observations with creative narration. It is an intimate and collective look at Giffoni, a place that every summer is transformed into a small cinema town, inhabited by real emotions and personal visions. A tribute to cinema as a tool for growth and to a festival that manages to give a voice to those who, through cinema, seek to better understand themselves and the world.
Who’s in it. The diary stars Leonardo Venturi as Himself, Giorgio Lomasto, Giovanni Cerri and Claudio Gubitosi as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The diary sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The diary page.
If you liked it. Fans of The diary tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The diary (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The diary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The diary worth watching?
- The diary holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The diary?
- The diary stars Leonardo Venturi, Giorgio Lomasto, Giovanni Cerri, Claudio Gubitosi and Checco Petrone.
- When was The diary released?
- The diary was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.