LOS ANGELES — Among the international voices featured at the 21st edition of Los Angeles, Italia – Film, Fashion and Art Festival 2026, acclaimed acting coach and performer Bernard Hiller joined the festival as a special guest, offering his unique perspective on acting, storytelling and the emotional craft of performance.
Known worldwide for his work with some of the most celebrated talents in the industry, Hiller built a reputation as one of Hollywood’s most respected acting coaches, shaping performances through a deeply personal and transformative approach. His presence at the festival added a distinctive dimension to a program traditionally focused on cinema and Italian creativity, opening a dialogue between artistic training and on-screen excellence.
During his time at the festival, Bernard Hiller engaged with filmmakers, actors and emerging talents, sharing insights into the emotional depth required in modern acting and the importance of authenticity in performance. His contribution resonated strongly within the international context of Los Angeles, where the boundaries between education, industry and artistic expression continuously intersect.
Appearing alongside key figures of the festival and participating in conversations and events surrounding the official program, Hiller helped reinforce the festival’s role not only as a showcase of films, but also as a platform for professional exchange and creative inspiration.
Founded and produced by Pascal Vicedomini, L.A., Italia – Film, Fashion and Art Festival is promoted with the support of the Italian Ministry of Culture and under the patronage of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, MIMIT and MIT, in collaboration with institutional and industrial partners including Intesa Sanpaolo, Rainbow and Givova. The festival’s Chairperson is Raffaella De Laurentiis, and its President is Filippo Puglisi Alibrandi.
