🎬 Title: Burning Hearts / Ti mangio il cuore
Story: Set against the sun-soaked backdrop of Puglia, the Gargano promontory becomes a battleground for rival crime families. This ancient land echoes with a primal struggle where age-old rivalries are settled in blood. At the heart of the conflict is a forbidden romance between Andrea, the hesitant heir of the Malatesta family, and Marilena, the stunning wife of the Camporeale clan’s leader. Their passionate love ignites a fierce war between their families. However, Marilena, exiled by the Camporeale and trapped within the Malatesta stronghold, fights against her grim destiny with the fierce determination of a mother.
⭐ Rating: 6.589 (107 votes)
📅 Release date: September 22, 2022
⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 57 minutes
🎭 Genres: Drama, Romance
🎬 Director: Pippo Mezzapesa
✍️ Writers: Carlo Bonini, Pippo Mezzapesa, Davide Serino, Giuliano Foschini, Antonella Gaeta
🌍 Country: Italy
🏢 Production Companies: Indigo Film, RAI Cinema
👥 Cast: Elodie (Marilena Camporeale), Francesco Patanè (Andrea Malatesta), Francesco Di Leva (Giovannangelo), Lidia Vitale (Teresa Malatesta), Giovanni Trombetta (Paky Malatesta), Letizia Pia Cartolaro (Immacolata Malatesta), Giovanni Anzaldo (Zigo Zago), Gianni Lillo (Damiano Camporeale), Brenno Placido (Polito Montanari), Tommaso Ragno (Michele Malatesta)
Editor’s note: A quick note on Burning Hearts (2022): This film is firmly rooted in the Drama and Romance genres, showcasing a personal narrative. Under the direction of Pippo Mezzapesa, it maintains a compelling pace and distinct sense of location. The performances, particularly those of Elodie, Francesco Patanè, and Francesco Di Leva, bring a real emotional depth to the storyline. With a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes, the film effectively conveys its themes. While it has some minor flaws, its strengths far outweigh them. If the plot intrigues you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.
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