L’inceppata (1960)

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A village in Calabria still follows ancient customs in which young women must secretly wait for a log to be dragged to their doorstep in a symbolic declaration of love. Lino Del Fra reflects on how the weight of traditions exercises social control over love and family relationships.

Director: Lino Del Fra
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 11 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is L’inceppata about?
A village in Calabria still follows ancient customs in which young women must secretly wait for a log to be dragged to their doorstep in a symbolic declaration of love. Lino Del Fra reflects on how the weight of traditions exercises social control over love and family relationships.
Who directed L’inceppata?
L’inceppata was directed by Lino Del Fra.
How long is L’inceppata?
L’inceppata has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is L’inceppata?
L’inceppata is a Documentary film.