Porzûs

A very good movie about one of the most tragic episodes of the Italian Civil War that occurred in the final years of WWII. A powerful narrative based on memories and well-constructed dialogues emotionally brings to the present the tragic events of the fratricidal struggle against the Nazi-fascist occupation in northern Italy.

Visually, the film reconstructs that landscape and rural Italy where the narrated events took place very well, and everything is highly believable, from the performances of the protagonists to the settings, costumes, and makeup used.

The film does, to some extent, exhibit cinematic stylings from the late '90s, with some editing effects that seem unnecessary and out of place, such as the facial morphings of the protagonists. Although it must be said that they help the viewer understand and place the characters in the context of the narrative, which can be challenging to follow due to the presence of numerous protagonists.

The soundtrack, which discreetly accompanies the film, is good but not excellent. On one hand, this is a merit as it doesn't overshadow the visual storytelling, but on the other hand, it prevents the film from reaching a higher cinematic level.

In conclusion, it's a very good movie that, with a bit more effort, could have become a cinematic reference in its genre, if not a masterful work.