Synopsis
“Rosso Istria” depicts events in Istria after Italian surrender in 1943, during retreat of the Italian army and arrival of the partisans. The film focuses on the destiny of Norma Cossetto, a student a daughter of a local fascist officer. She is depicted as a victim of violence committed by Yugoslavian partisans. It explores the consequences of the fall of the fascist regime, together with the resulting chaos in the border areas.
details
Original title: Rosso Istria
Also known as: Red Land
Year: 2018
Country of production: Italy, Brazil, Canada
Production: Venica Film, Rai Cinema, A.NV.GD, Cultour Active
Genre: drama, history, war
Directed by: Maximiliano Hernando Bruno
Starring: Selene Gandini, Franco Nero, Geraldine Chaplin
Filming locations in Istria: Vižinada, Grožnjan
Other locations: Trieste, Padua, Papadopoli Giol castle, San Polo di Piave
