The All About Apple Museum in Savona is proud to present the exhibition ‘Beaulieu: film cameras for passion – The Walter Franceschi Collection‘, a tribute to an extraordinary figure who dedicated his life to his passion for vintage technology and cinematography. Walter Franceschi was a passionate collector and a point of reference in the world of Beaulieu film cameras. Over the years, he amassed a unique heritage and created the most complete collection of these prestigious French devices in the world. Considered the ‘Rolls Royce’ of amateur cinematography, Beaulieu cameras are renowned for their exceptional quality and for having been used in historic moments such as the filming of the Tiananmen Square protests. The exhibition presents an exclusive selection of Beaulieu cameras and projectors in perfect working order, thanks to the meticulous restoration work of Walter Franceschi, who has kept them alive through research and the use of original spare parts. Each one tells a story of innovation and passion, testifying to the attention to detail and love of precision mechanics that characterised Franceschi’s work. In addition to cameras, the exhibition explores the special bond between Franceschi and Apple. His collection of Apple products, including iconic and rare pieces, has contributed significantly to the growth of the All About Apple Museum, so much so that the museum has been dedicated to him in gratitude. Among the exhibits will be the first iPhone, which Franceschi donated to the museum in 2007, a symbol of his vision and deep connection to the world of technology. This exhibition is a heartfelt tribute to Walter Franceschi, a friend and mentor to our community,’ said Alberto Ferraro, President of All About Apple ODV. Through his passion and dedication, he left an indelible mark that we want to share with the public. The exhibition ‘Beaulieu: film cameras for passion – The Walter Franceschi Collection’ will be on show at the All About Apple Museum in Savona from 1 February to 15 June 2025. An unmissable opportunity for technology and cinematography enthusiasts to discover the meeting of two seemingly distant worlds united by the vision and passion of an extraordinary man.
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