At the opening night of MoMA’s Carlo Rambaldi film retrospective, Daniela Rambaldi joined us for a special conversation reflecting on the life and legacy of her father. This interview offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand how Carlo Rambaldi’s imagination, discipline, and emotional sensitivity shaped some of the most enduring creatures in cinema history.
Speaking from personal memory and family perspective, Daniela Rambaldi discusses her father’s early influences, his approach to craftsmanship, and his collaborations with filmmakers such as Steven Spielberg. The conversation reveals the human dimension behind Carlo Rambaldi’s technical mastery, emphasizing his belief that even the most fantastical creatures must be capable of expressing vulnerability and empathy.
Conducted on the evening that marked the public launch of the retrospective, this interview serves as both a tribute and a point of entry into the films presented, inviting audiences to experience Carlo Rambaldi’s work not only as a milestone in special effects, but as a deeply personal artistic legacy.