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118’ – 2023 – Italy
Director: Paola Cortellesi
Writers: Furio Andreotti, Giulia Calenda, Paola Cortellesi
Cast: Paola Cortellesi, Valerio Mastandrea, Romana Maggiora Vergano
Genres: Drama, History
Age rating: T16

Synopsis

Amidst the joys and sorrows of post-war Rome, Delia attempts to maintain a semblance of normal life, despite mental and physical abuses from her husband, hoping that this sacrifice will help her eldest Marcella marry into a middle-class family. But they soon realise that this arranged marriage is unlikely to bring Marcella happiness. Meanwhile, Delia receives a letter that gives her hope, and makes her dream of a better future.

Accolades

– Best Film, Special Jury Award and Audience Award (Rome Film Festival 2023, Italy)
– Best New Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay, Best Supporting Actress… (David di Donatello Awards 2024, Italy)
– Best Film (Sydney Film Festival 2024, Australia)
– Best Film, International Competition (Göteborg Film Festival 2024, Sweden)

Schedule

– 20:00, 27.11, National Cinema Centre (Hanoi)
– 17:00, 16.11, Cinestar 135 Hai Bà Trưng (HCMC)