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La notte è un posto sicuro
Hamid, a 25-year-old boy, survived the escape from Eritrea, with the intention of arriving in Switzerland by his brother Yemane, but Natale, a Sicilian fisherman, advises him not to continue the journey as an illegal immigrant and with his wife, they decide to host him at their restaurant, in exchange for help in the kitchen. After Hamid's long journey through Italy and numerous adversities, he manages to reach Basel ...
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Plot Summary
A young man, struggling with a difficult past, finds himself entangled in a dangerous criminal underworld. As he tries to navigate this treacherous path, he encounters individuals who challenge his perceptions of loyalty and survival. The film explores themes of redemption and the consequences of choices made in desperate circumstances.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors. Some found the plot predictable, while others lauded its gritty realism and exploration of complex social issues.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and engaging performances.
Noted for its exploration of difficult themes and gritty realism.
Some critics found the narrative pacing and plot progression to be uneven.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not widely available or aggregated for this title on Google.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around the Seine-Saint-Denis department of France, aiming for an authentic representation of the urban environment depicted.
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