The Beautiful Summer

2023 · 111 min · IT · 5.5 (71 votes)

Dir. Laura Luchetti · Starring Yile Yara Vianello, Deva Cassel, Nicolas Maupas, Alessandro Piavani, Adrien Dewitte, Cosima Centurioni

Drama

Seventeen-year-old Ginia leaves the countryside in search of a new life in Turin. Restless and seeking adventure, Ginia soon finds it in the beautiful, enigmatic Amelia, whose sensuality and confidence embolden her to begin modeling for the bohemian artists in their circle. A whirlwind affair ensues, and the young seamstress finds herself swept up in an unfamiliar and exciting world of discovery.

VIBE

Immerse yourself in the intoxicating rush of first love and self-discovery under the sun-drenched Italian sky. This film pulses with youthful yearning and sensual awakening, capturing the bittersweet beauty of a transformative summer. It's a tender, visually rich exploration of identity and desire, wrapped in a bohemian dream.

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