Latitude 52

A young man named Pio struggles to make ends meet in the precarious fishing community of Gioia Tauro, Calabria. He navigates the complexities of his family's fishing business, which is entangled with local criminal elements. As he tries to build a better future, he faces difficult choices that test his loyalties and his will to escape the cycle of poverty and crime.

Latitude 52 was met with generally positive reviews, praised for its authentic portrayal of life in a struggling Italian fishing town and its raw, neorealist style. Critics highlighted the strong performances, particularly from the non-professional actors, and the film's unflinching look at socio-economic challenges. Some noted its slow pace, but most found it to be a compelling and affecting drama.

• Praised for its authentic and gritty portrayal of a Calabrian fishing community.

• Applauded for strong performances from a largely non-professional cast.

• Noted for its neorealist style and unflinching look at socio-economic struggles.

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The film is part of a larger project by Jonas Carpignano exploring the realities of life in the region of Calabria, Italy, often referred to as his 'Calabrian trilogy'.