OSCAR NIGHT 1979

Oscar Night 1979: Cinema Manzoni becomes Florence’s most glamorous dancefloor

Oscar Night 1979 comes back to life in Florence thanks to a unique event that transformed Cinema Manzoni into a temple of style, music, and entertainment. For one evening, the city immersed itself in Hollywood magic, welcoming actresses, actors, entertainment personalities, and countless Florentines ready to relive one of the most iconic nights in cinema history.
This special edition of Oscar Night by I LOVE DISCO combined celebration, elegance, and the incredible energy of disco music, creating a memorable experience.

Cinema Manzoni, a landmark venue for generations of film lovers, was transformed for one evening into Florence’s most exclusive dancefloor, an atmosphere suspended between past and present, where glamour and music met in an irresistible mix.

Dress code: seventies magic illuminates Oscar Night

Attention to detail was one of the key elements of Oscar Night by I LOVE DISCO. The required dress code was “elegant,” for him and for her, enriched with a personal touch inspired by the fantasy and freedom of the ’70s.

For him, tuxedos, dark suits, and tailored jackets dominated, paired with details typical of seventies aesthetics:

• oversized glasses,

• curly wigs,

• colorful scarves,

• sparkling vests,

• mustaches and sideburns for a true star look of the era.

For her, the diva atmosphere shone in every outfit:
long dresses studded with rhinestones, shimmering sequins, flared pants, colorful jumpsuits, and statement heels.
Accessories took center stage: oversized earrings, sparkling necklaces, eye-catching belts, and sunglasses reminiscent of icons like Diana Ross and Cher.

Participants made Oscar Night a true show within a show, transforming every corner of Cinema Manzoni into a glittering runway.

The performances: when Oscar Night meets disco

During Oscar Night, there was no shortage of unique moments that helped make it a memorable event.
Among the most striking was the cutting of the mirror ball-shaped cake, the undisputed symbol of disco culture. The cutting was performed by guests and entertainment personalities, transforming the moment into an iconic image of the entire evening.

Immediately after, space was given to the I LOVE DISCO People’s Oscars, a fun reinterpretation of the awards that celebrated:

• Best Disco Artist,

• Best Disco Song,

• Best ’70s Film,

• Best ’70s TV Series.

An original way to connect the world of cinema with that of music, maintaining the central theme: Oscar Night in disco version.

Another highly anticipated moment was the presentation of “I LOVE DISCO Talents,” with the proclamation of the most “seventy” personality of the year, discovered and showcased by the team during previous events.

Special guests: the stars who illuminated Oscar Night

Making Oscar Night even more special was the presence of numerous well-known faces from the Italian television, music, and cultural scene.
Among the evening’s guests:

Gianfranco Monti, Fabio Canino, Carlo Conti, Marco Baldini, Mario Cipollini, Paolo Vallesi, Niccolò Querci (Vice President RTI Mediaset), Gaetano Gennai, Cristina Chiabotto, Fabio Fulco, Stefano De Donato (Dirottasu Cuba), Fratelli La Bionda, Cristina Del Basso, Clizia Incorvaia, Yvonne Sciò, Massimo Ciavarro, Patrizia Ricci (Sky Magazine Director), Marco Columbro, Stefania Santini.

A parade of personalities that helped make Oscar Night one of the most prestigious events of the year.

McDonald’s main sponsor: entertainment and solidarity together

Supporting the initiative was McDonald’s, main sponsor of the event, which during Oscar Night collected contributions for the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
An important message: even an evening of celebration and glamour can become an opportunity to make a concrete gesture of solidarity.

Conclusion: The Oscar Night that Florence will not forget

The event once again demonstrated that I LOVE DISCO is capable of creating unique evenings, rich in atmosphere, music, and style.
Oscar Night at Cinema Manzoni was not only a tribute to the ’70s, but an experience that united entertainment, spectacle, and memories.
A wonderful journey through the history of cinema and disco culture, destined to remain in the hearts of those who experienced it.