Figlio mio sono innocente!
Figlio mio sono innocente!

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Figlio mio sono innocente!

1978
Movie
92 min
Italian

After refusing his boss' marriage proposal, Mario gets caught in a fake homicide case and, with help from his friends and son, tries to prove himself innocent and run back to his hometown, Napoli.

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

Plot Summary

A young man, wrongly accused of a crime, finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and corruption within the Italian justice system. His desperate attempts to prove his innocence are hampered by powerful forces who wish to keep the truth buried. The film explores themes of justice, betrayal, and the struggle of the individual against a flawed system.

Critical Reception

This late work by Vittorio De Sica received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with many critics finding its narrative convoluted and its social commentary heavy-handed. While some appreciated its attempt to tackle serious issues, others felt it lacked the directorial finesse of De Sica's earlier masterpieces. Audience reception was also lukewarm, contributing to its status as a lesser-known film in the director's filmography.

What Reviewers Say

  • Presents a grim, albeit somewhat predictable, portrayal of the Italian legal system.

  • Lacks the emotional depth and nuanced storytelling expected from a Vittorio De Sica film.

  • Fails to fully engage the audience despite its serious subject matter.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, but general sentiment from available sources suggests it was not a widely discussed or highly regarded film.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Vittorio De Sica's final directorial efforts before his death in 1974, though it was released posthumously in 1978.

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