Commando Ultrà Curva Sud
Commando Ultrà Curva Sud

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Commando Ultrà Curva Sud

1980
Movie
52 min
Italian

This documentary testifies the birth of CUCS – Commando Ultrà Curva Sud -, union of the main firms of As Roma hooligans in the 70-80s. It also deals with the complicated and violent past of the ultras groups, with the historic rivalries with other teams and with the lives of its members.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Vittorio De SistiGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In Rome, a young man becomes embroiled in the violent world of football ultras, leading to tragic consequences. He gets caught between rival fan groups and a dangerous criminal element, forcing him to make difficult choices.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often pointing to its gratuitous violence and somewhat predictable plot, though some acknowledged its attempt to capture the raw energy of Rome's football culture.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty portrayal of football hooliganism.

  • Criticized for excessive violence and a weak narrative.

  • Considered a product of its time, reflecting the intense fan rivalries in Italian football.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often cite the film's authentic depiction of the ultras' subculture, though many find the plot to be overly simplistic and the violence hard to stomach.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for its exploration of the fierce and often violent football 'ultras' culture that was a significant part of Italian society in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

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