What Would Sophia Loren Do? Explained

What Would Sophia Loren Do?
Director:	Ross Kauffman
Distributor:	Netflix
Runtime:	32 minutes
Country:	United States

What Would Sophia Loren Do? is a 2021 American documentary short film, directed by Ross Kauffman. It follows Nancy Kulik, who finds her joy in the life of her idol Sophia Loren, and was released on Netflix on January 15, 2021.

Plot

Nancy Kulik, a mother and grandmother, finds her strength and joy through the work of her idol, actress Sophia Loren. Loren, Edoardo Ponti, and Regina K. Scully also appear in the film.^[1]

Production

Regina K. Scully wanted to make a film about her mother's love of Sophia Loren and her family after discussing the idea with Ross Kauffman, who agreed to direct the project.^[2] The film had begun production prior to Scully serving as a producer on The Life Ahead (which also starred Loren), which granted her the opportunity to arrange a meeting between her mother and Loren.^{[3] [4]}

Release

The film was released on January 15, 2021, on Netflix.^[5]

Notes and References

1. Web site: A First Look at Netflix's New Documentary 'What Would Sophia Loren Do?' . CR Fashion Book. Eman. Almani. January 16, 2021. January 21, 2021.
2. News: Interview: Ross Kauffman and Regina K. Scully on the Ongoing Inspiration of "What Would Sophia Loren Do?". The Moveable Fest. Stephen. Saito. January 15, 2021. January 21, 2021.
3. Web site: An Exclusive First Look at the New Documentary What Would Sophia Loren Do?. Town and Country Magazine. Adam. Rathe. January 14, 2021. January 21, 2021.
4. Web site: Ross Kauffman and Regina K. Scully Interview for What Would Sophia Loren Do?. YouTube. January 15, 2021. January 21, 2021.
5. Sophia Loren Doc to Premiere on Netflix: Watch the Trailer. Rolling Stone. Claire. Shaffer. January 14, 2021. January 21, 2021.