GI Film Festival San Diego 2026: 'Ugo: An Artist at War'
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After her husband Ugo Giannini dies, Maxine Giannini finally enters his closed art studio and discovers carefully preserved letters and drawings from his service during World War II. Among the drawings, she finds the only known D-Day sketches from that fateful day on Bloody Omaha Beach. For the next 30 years, Maxine dedicates her life to sharing the legacy of Ugo, an artist that went
"Ugo: An Artist at War" / Directed by Steve "Nemi" Nemsick
Part of KPBS' America 250 initiative
Preceded By
Directed by Tran Hoang Calvin
[Has Heart] is an intimate and inspiring documentary capturing the emotional journey of U.S. Navy veteran Michael Hyacinthe and artist Tyler Way, who unite to transform veterans’ experiences through the power of art.
About The Festival: The event takes place May 6-8, 2026 in San Diego, during Military Appreciation Month. All community members, civilians, family, allies, service members, veterans and film lovers are welcome to catch a film, be inspired, and build community.
The festival is organized by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego.
