Figlia Mia (2018)
Genre: Drama
Duration: 100 minuten
Alternative title: Daughter of Mine
Country:
Italy / Germany / Switzerland
Directed by: Laura Bispuri
Stars: Valeria Golino, Alba Rohrwacher and Sara Casu
IMDb score:
6,1 (1.250)
Releasedate: 22 February 2018
Figlia Mia plot
The riotous, high-spirited Angelica has her daughter Vittoria raised by Tina, who helped her give birth. Tina is persuaded by her husband Umberto to put Vittoria in touch with Angelica, but cannot foresee that Vittoria will continue to secretly meet Angelica afterwards. Gradually, Vittoria begins to realize how the fork really is, with dramatic consequences for herself and both of her mothers.
Reviews & comments
K. V.
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- 4376 messages
- 3777 votes
I picked this one up from the library, but it wasn't quite my cup of tea. The story held less of an interest for me, despite its relatively short running time. The cast, however, did a decent job.
Good for one time, but don't need to see this again.
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BBarbie
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- 12893 messages
- 7675 votes
A sensitive drama that relies primarily on solid acting, though I think a bit more (Italian) temperament would have benefited the film. Alba Rohrwacher's performance stands out, but that's hardly surprising, really. The role of the slutty mother seems tailor-made for her.
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Dievegge
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- 3181 messages
- 8235 votes
In the Old Testament, a judgment of Solomon was necessary when two women argued over a child. Here, too, two women say, "Vittoria is my daughter." Her adoptive mother, Tina, handles her responsibility well. She would score highly on a Child and Family evaluation. Her biological mother, Angelica, on the other hand, is a debauched alcoholic in debt. Her life is a shambles. Yet, a bond develops between Vittoria and Angelica, much to Tina's dismay. The child lives in confusion and retreats into oblivion.
It's loosely based on the autobiography of American AM Homes, but Laura Bispuri relocated the story to a village in Sardinia. This results in beautiful nature scenes and the simple life in the countryside. They have electricity and cars, yet it feels like stepping back half a century. The actors are followed by a handheld camera. Effects and sentimental music are avoided. The austere style and social themes are reminiscent of Italian neorealism of the past.
Alba Rohrwacher, the eldest of two sisters, plays the unglamorous role of Angelica. Valeria Golina takes on the role. Redhead Sara Casu plays one of the best child roles of this century, very spontaneous and natural. It's a lifelike drama with emotional depth and beautiful locations.
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