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The Lord of Milan
The Lord of Milan is a documentary produced by LeftLion. If tells the story of Herbert Kilpin, who was born in Nottingham in 1870. He worked at the Adams Building in the Lace Market as a Lace assistant, before moving to Italy in the 1890s. From there he went on to found European football giants AC Milan. The film was inspired by Nottingham author Robert Nieri’s novel of the same name. Robert stars in the film alongside former AC Milan players Daniele Massaro, Giovanni Lodetti, Luther Blissett and Mark Hateley. The film also follows the journey of AC Milan historian Luigi La Rocca and his friends Pierangelo Brivio and Enrico Tosi as they make a pilgrimage to Herbert’s old haunts in Nottingham. A LeftLion Film Produced by Robert Nieri Directed by Georgianna Scurfield and Jared Wilson Cinematography Raphael Achache, Natalie Owen and Georgianna Scurfield Editor Georgianna Scurfield Music Supervisor Rob Rosa Graphics Curtis Powell
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Plot Summary
In Milan, a former boxer named Valerio, haunted by his past, tries to protect his family from the criminal underworld he desperately wants to escape. As he gets drawn back into a dangerous game of power and betrayal, he must confront his demons and make impossible choices to secure their future. The film explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the corrupting influence of power within the gritty urban landscape.
Critical Reception
The Lord of Milan received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric direction, strong performances, and gritty portrayal of Milan's criminal underbelly. While some found the pacing occasionally uneven, the film was largely lauded for its compelling narrative and tense thriller elements.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense atmosphere and dark portrayal of Milan's criminal world.
D'Amore's performance as the conflicted protagonist was a highlight.
The film successfully blends crime drama with elements of a tense thriller.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's gripping narrative and effective suspense, with many appreciating the authentic depiction of Milan. Some viewers felt the story could have been more tightly concluded, but overall satisfaction was high.
Fun Fact
Director Marco D'Amore, also the lead actor, is known for his role as Ciro Di Marzio in the acclaimed Italian crime series 'Gomorra'.
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