Malena, Italy (2000)
Cast: Monica Belluci, Giuseppe Sulfaro
Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore
Malena illustrates the society's stereotypical view or preconceived notion of a 'sinful, dirty' woman. But the movie does not necessarily prod us to judge but rather it asks us to understand and accept, and even ultimately forgive. Forgive, not only others, but also, ourselves.
Monica Belluci rarely speaks in the film, but we cannot ignore her great presence. We never really get to the core of Malena's thoughts but through what we see, we are invited to know, sympathize and empathize with this woman. Thanks to Belluci's delicate gestures and meaningful expressions. We can also relate with Renato, who is trapped in both the pains and pleasures of life.
Tornatore and Ennio Morricone, who lends a beautiful musical score in this film, once again (they worked together in Cinema Paradiso) touched our hearts with sentimentality and nostalgia, through Malena.
Cast: Monica Belluci, Giuseppe Sulfaro
Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore
Malena illustrates the society's stereotypical view or preconceived notion of a 'sinful, dirty' woman. But the movie does not necessarily prod us to judge but rather it asks us to understand and accept, and even ultimately forgive. Forgive, not only others, but also, ourselves.
Monica Belluci rarely speaks in the film, but we cannot ignore her great presence. We never really get to the core of Malena's thoughts but through what we see, we are invited to know, sympathize and empathize with this woman. Thanks to Belluci's delicate gestures and meaningful expressions. We can also relate with Renato, who is trapped in both the pains and pleasures of life.
Tornatore and Ennio Morricone, who lends a beautiful musical score in this film, once again (they worked together in Cinema Paradiso) touched our hearts with sentimentality and nostalgia, through Malena.
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