Una vita sottile
Una vita sottile

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Una vita sottile

2003
Movie
101 min
Italian

Gaia lives her life in joy. She is a teenager, she loves her father, manager of an important firm, she has a boyfriend and she is among the best in her classroom. But one night two policemen arrest her father. He is accused of bribe.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Antonello GrimaldiGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Angela is a young woman who, after a period of deep depression and isolation, decides to start a new life. She moves to a new city, cuts off contact with her past, and tries to rebuild her identity. However, the ghosts of her past continue to haunt her, forcing her to confront the events that led to her breakdown.

Critical Reception

Una vita sottile received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sensitive portrayal of mental health struggles and the strong performances of its lead actors, particularly Valeria Golino. The film was commended for its understated approach to a difficult subject matter, though some found its pacing to be slow at times.

What Reviewers Say

  • Valeria Golino delivers a compelling and nuanced performance as a woman battling depression.

  • The film sensitively explores themes of mental illness and the struggle for self-discovery.

  • Antonello Grimaldi's direction is understated, focusing on atmosphere and character interiority.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Antonella Lattanzi.

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