The AGBO Foundation and the Italian Sons and Daughters of America (ISDA) are opening applications on Feb. 18 for the Russo Brothers Italian American Filmmaker Forum (RBIAFF) 2026 Fellowship. Submissions close on March 18. The annual initiative invites filmmakers to develop original short films exploring the Italian American experience through culture, language, history, land, and identity.
As part of RBIAFF’s broader mission to honor Italian American excellence in entertainment, AGBO has also recognized established leaders whose work has shaped the industry and elevated Italian American storytelling. Last year, AGBO presented Oscar nominee and 6x Emmy winner Stanley Tucci with the Renaissance Award, celebrating his extraordinary career as an actor, writer, and advocate for Italian culture. In 2024, the award was presented to Louis D’Esposito, Co-President of Marvel Studios, as its most recent recipient.
