Film In Context: La Dolce Vita Stephen Gundle settles in the stalls to re-view the epochal Fellini film that defined the hedonistic spirit of post-war Italy. Stephen Gundle | Published in History Today Volume 50 Issue 1 January 2000 Although it was made forty years ago, La Dolce Vita remains a very contemporary film. To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. ItalyCulturalSocial Popular articles Is it Possible to Forgive and Forget? Doc Holliday: The Perennial Sidekick