Fire at Sea

Produced in 2016

Film Information

Festival Edition 2016 - Edition 16

Section Panorama

Director Gianfranco Rosi

Country Italy

Duration 114 min

Language Italian

Category Panorama 2016

Producer Gianfranco Rosi, Donatella Palermo

Screenplay Gianfranco Rosi

Cast Samuele Pucillo, Pietro Bartolo, Maria Costa, Francesco Mannino, Samuele Caruana

Genre Documentary

Synopsis

The film follows Samuele, a 12-year-old boy living on the island of Lampedusa, who enjoys playing games and hunting. The island is a significant point for migrants attempting to reach Europe, highlighting the contrast between his childhood and the struggles of those seeking freedom.

Full Description

The film follows Samuele, a 12-year-old boy living on the island of Lampedusa, who enjoys school, hunting, and playing games. The island is a significant point for migrants seeking freedom, highlighting the contrast between his childhood and the struggles of those attempting to cross the sea.