

Everything Calls for Salvation
A young man spends a week in a psychiatric ward, where he meets five other patients and must contend with research-happy doctors and cynical nurses.
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Plot Summary
During a psychiatric hospitalization, a young man named Daniele navigates his relationships with other patients and staff. He confronts his inner demons and the reasons for his confinement. The film explores themes of mental health, friendship, and the search for meaning in difficult circumstances.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its emotional depth and performances, though some found its pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its sensitive portrayal of mental health struggles.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sensitive and honest depiction of mental illness.
- Appreciated for strong performances, particularly from the lead.
- Some viewers found the narrative to be slow or predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's emotional resonance and its thoughtful approach to a challenging subject matter, with many finding it relatable and thought-provoking.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel of the same name by Niccolò Ammaniti, although the 2017 film has a different director and is not directly adapted from that specific novel. The plot described is for the 2017 film "Everything Calls for Salvation" directed by Ivan Cotroneo.
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