Calcio Storico, or Calcio Fiorentino as it is locally known in Firenze, is an ancient game which dates back to the 15th century. It is a sporting tournament held every year on the third week of June at Piazza Santa Croce, and it is fierce.
I remember exploring the streets of Firenze for the first time several years ago and happening my way upon Piazza Santa Croce, and wondering what this place was. The sport has undergone a revival in recent years and has become more popular as the local council realised its appeal and promoted it more.
Calcio Storico is short feature film created and directed by David Airon and David Ramos, and won 3rd prize in the World Press Photo multimedia short 2014.
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Directed by: David Ramos & David Airob
Filmed by: David Airob
Photography by: David Ramos
Editing, sound & video postproduction: José Bautista/KanseiSounds
Original music by: José Bautista/KanseiSounds
