Star gazing at the FilmFest

By Ainsley Woakes

This week, the stars will be out in Rome. But there is no need to look to the sky. With the first annual RomeFilmFest kicking off this weekend, a few of Hollywood’s finest will appear, including Nicole Kidman, Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Connery and Martin Scorsese. For one week, Hollywood will be in Rome. But where exactly in Rome will the celebs be?

Alfredo Martinez has a pretty good idea. He has handled public relations for a number of clubs in Rome including Supper Club, Bloom, and Art Café. He casually mentions that Owen Wilson frequents Supper Club while in town. Martinez also reveals that Colin Farrell has visited Bloom on recommendation from other Hollywood elite.

“They come because these clubs are the ‘in-spots," he says. "The atmosphere, the guests, the location, all around it’s a celebrity environment.”

If there’s a celebrity to be spotted during RomeFilmFest, these clubs are a great place to start.

Supper Club is located a short distance from the Pantheon on Via de Nari, 14. Be careful not to miss it. There is no sign, and usually no bouncers outside. Bloom is found near Piazza Navona on Via del Teatro Pace. Beneath the gardens of Villa Borghese is Art Café. Its seasonal grand opening was last week, so the scene is sure to be impressive.

On any given night these clubs are sure to offer a great selection of music, drinks, and pure entertainment. With the excitement of Rome’s first ever film festival, the nightclub atmosphere should not be missed. Whether in the sky, on the red carpet, or just around town, the stars will be out. You just have to know where to find them.