Senza nessuna pietà
Senza nessuna pietà

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Senza nessuna pietà

2014
Movie
95 min
Italian

Mimmo is a construction worker who only wants to live in peace, but has to work as a debt collector for his uncle. Everything changes when he meets Tanya, a beautiful, street-smart girl who shares his dream.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Anna Lauvergnac, Michele AlhaiqueGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Mimmo is a fisherman living in a remote village on the Adriatic coast, who struggles to make ends meet. He gets involved with a group of Albanian criminals who offer him a dangerous job: to transport illegal immigrants. Torn between his desperate need for money and his moral compass, Mimmo finds himself in a perilous situation.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its atmospheric portrayal of a desolate coastal setting and a strong performance from Pierfrancesco Favino. Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable, but generally, it was seen as a solid Italian drama exploring themes of desperation and moral compromise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and sense of place.

  • Pierfrancesco Favino delivers a compelling central performance.

  • Some found the plot to be conventional, lacking a unique edge.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor (Pierfrancesco Favino) at the 2015 David di Donatello Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the coastal region of Abruzzo, Italy, lending an authentic and stark visual backdrop to the story.

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