Vermiglio
Vermiglio

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Vermiglio

2024
Movie
119 min
Italian

In the last days of the Second World War, a deserting soldier disrupts a tranquil and isolated mountain community. For one family, his arrival brings excitement and romance, but tragedy lies in wait.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic75/100
Google Users92%
Director: Maura DelperoGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set in the Dolomites during World War I, the film follows a young peasant woman named Lucia who is torn between her loyalty to her family and her growing love for an enemy soldier. As the conflict escalates, Lucia finds herself in a dangerous position, caught between the front lines and the deeply ingrained traditions of her village. The harsh realities of war and the moral complexities of love and duty force her to make impossible choices.

Critical Reception

Vermiglio has been praised for its sensitive portrayal of the human cost of war and its stunning cinematography. Critics have highlighted the powerful performances of its lead actors and the film's ability to evoke a strong sense of place and historical atmosphere. While some found the pacing deliberate, the overall reception has been positive, with many commending its emotional depth and artistic merit.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking and emotionally resonant, capturing the stark beauty of the landscape and the brutality of war.

  • Strong performances anchor a compelling story of love, loyalty, and survival amidst conflict.

  • A poignant exploration of the personal toll of war, transcending typical battlefield narratives.

Google audience: Audiences have largely applauded 'Vermiglio' for its beautiful cinematography and its moving, character-driven story. Many viewers found the film's depiction of a woman caught between warring factions to be particularly compelling and emotionally impactful. The historical setting and the strong performances were frequently cited as highlights.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for several awards at the Venice Film Festival, including the Golden Lion.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Trentino region of Italy, utilizing the actual landscapes where some of the historical events depicted took place.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

With the war now heading firmly in the favour of the allies, Italian soldiers are deserting in droves and one of them, Sicilian "Pietro" (Giuseppe De Domenico) arrives, wounded, in the eponymous Italian village where they know what he has d...

Brent Marchant

Brent Marchant

Just as too many cooks can ruin the stew, too many story threads can ruin a movie, and that’s very much the case with writer-director Maura Delpero’s fourth feature film. This Golden Globe nominee for Best International Film follows the liv...

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