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Dr. Alessandra Galassi is a Lecturer in Cinema and Television Studies at Purchase College's School of Film and Media Studies, specializing in Italian cinema and cultural analysis. She earned her PhD in Italian Literature and Film Studies from the University of Connecticut, with Master's degrees from Queens College (CUNY) and Università degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza'.
- PhD, University of Connecticut
- MA, Queens College, CUNY
- MA, Università degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza'
Her research focuses on underrepresented aspects of Italian cinema, particularly post-WWII socio-economic portrayals and gender dynamics. She emphasizes Antonio Pietrangeli's work, arguing for his films' role in redefining 'commedia all'italiana' through female protagonists' resilience and environmental storytelling. This aligns with broader interests in cinematic realism, cultural analysis, and Italian literature.
Dr. Galassi's publications span literary editing, poetry translation, and film reviews, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with Italian culture. Her work trends highlight intersections between post-war societal transformations, gender representation, and regional identity in Italian media.
- Pushcart Prize nomination (2018)
- Teaching excellence awards
She teaches courses like Intro to Cinema Studies I and Italian Cinema After Neorealism, while also contributing to the Miami Italian Film Festival and online film publications.
