Patria (2014)

Patria (2014) poster

The Turin factory, another in a series of closures, shuts down, leaving workers jobless and uncertain. Salvatore, a worker, climbs the tower in protest or rage, threatening to jump. Giorgio, a shop steward with opposing political beliefs, saves him. The third worker, a visually impaired and autistic keeper, joins them, climbing the tower to keep them company. Abandoned by everyone, they wait for journalists to arrive. These diverse perspectives reflect the past thirty years of life in the country, marked by wasted opportunities, betrayed hopes, crimes, massacres, and political power struggles. We watch through archive footage, contrasting this wicked dance of events with the simple common sense of three people with no power, hanging on a tower, building a friendship without realising it.

Director: Felice Farina
Genre: Drama
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Roberto Cimatti
Editing: Esmeralda Calabria
Production: Nina Film
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it

Themes

Daily Struggles of the Working Class

Keywords

factory, autism, workers union

More Films by Director: Felice Farina
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Patria about?
The Turin factory, another in a series of closures, shuts down, leaving workers jobless and uncertain. Salvatore, a worker, climbs the tower in protest or rage, threatening to jump. Giorgio, a shop steward with opposing political beliefs, saves him. The third worker, a visually impaired and autistic keeper, joins them, climbing the tower to keep them company. Abandoned by everyone, they wait for journalists to arrive. These diverse perspectives reflect the past thirty years of life in the country, marked by wasted opportunities, betrayed hopes, crimes, massacres, and political power struggles. We watch through archive footage, contrasting this wicked dance of events with the simple common sense of three people with no power, hanging on a tower, building a friendship without realising it.
Who directed Patria?
Patria was directed by Felice Farina.
Who stars in Patria?
Patria stars Francesco Pannofino, Roberto Citran, Carlo Giuseppe Gabardini.
What genre is Patria?
Patria is a Drama film.
Where was Patria produced?
Patria was produced in Italy.
What are the themes of Patria?
The themes of Patria include: Daily Struggles of the Working Class.