The David di Donatello for Best Directorial Debut, known as the David di Donatello for Best New Director prior to 2023, is a film award presented annually since 1982 by the Accademia del Cinema Italia
Luciano De Crescenzo won in 1985 for Così parlò Bellavista.
Enrico Montesano won in 1986 for A me mi piace.
Francesca Archibugi won in 1989 for Mignon Has Come to Stay.
Alessandro D'Alatri won in 1991 for Red American.
68th David di Donatello
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The 68th David di Donatello ceremony, honored the achievement in Italian cinema, was held on 10 May 2023 at the Cinecittà, Rome, Italy. It was hosted by presenter Carlo Conti and actress Matilde Gioli
David di Donatello for Best Directorial Debut
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Marco Bellocchio, Best Director winner
Fabrizio Gifuni, Best Actor winner
Francesco Di Leva, Best Supporting Actor winner