

Corbari
The real story of the partisan Silvio Corbari (Giuliano Gemma). Silvio forms a band of partisans in Northern Italy, completely independent from the Italian organized resistance (CLN). Ines (Tina Aumont), leaves her husband to join the band and becomes Silvio's lover. Silvio seems to suceed in creating a free-zone, his personal republic, independent from Nazi-occupied Italy, in a little village called Tregnano.
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Plot Summary
The film chronicles the life of Secondino Corbari, a former Italian partisan who, after the war, becomes a ruthless criminal. Haunted by his past and disillusioned with the new order, he embarks on a violent spree, challenging the authorities and becoming a folk anti-hero in the process.
Critical Reception
Corbari received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its gritty portrayal of post-war Italy and Franco Nero's intense performance, others found the narrative somewhat fragmented and the character's descent into criminality difficult to fully embrace. It is generally considered a solid entry in the Italian crime genre of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Franco Nero delivers a compelling performance as the conflicted protagonist.
- The film captures a dark and turbulent period in Italian history.
- Some viewers found the story's pacing and moral ambiguity challenging.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this older Italian film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the true story of Secondino Corbari, a former partisan who became a notorious criminal in post-WWII Italy, capturing a period of social upheaval and disillusionment.
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