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Al massimo ribasso
Diego works for a Turin-based mafia company: thanks to his skills, he always manages to secure their victory in tenders, thus earning his living. He hides a secret: he can read minds and so he is always able to provide the exact figure at which various construction companies propose the price of their work, allowing his superiors to offer the maximum discount.
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Plot Summary
This drama centers on Marco, a young man struggling with his past and present. Haunted by a difficult childhood and facing mounting personal debts, Marco finds himself in a precarious situation. He seeks an escape and a way to change his destiny, but his choices lead him down a path of increasing desperation.
Critical Reception
Al massimo ribasso received a generally muted reception, with critics noting its earnest intentions but often pointing to its uneven pacing and underdeveloped characters. Audience responses were similarly mixed, with some appreciating the raw emotionality and others finding the narrative difficult to connect with.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty portrayal of struggle and a strong central performance.
Criticized for a slow pace and a lack of compelling character development.
The film's ambition sometimes exceeds its execution, leading to a less impactful narrative.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their consensus is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
Director Maximiliano R. Denti also stars in the film as the protagonist, Marco, which he reportedly drew from personal experiences and observations of life in certain Italian communities.
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