An assassin for the Sicilian mafia Salvo is solitary cold and ruthless. When he is assigned to eliminate a rival Mafia clan he discovers Rita an innocent blind girl who stands powerlessly by whilst over hearing her brother's murder. What follows is an intense exchange fuelled by adrenaline and fear between the killer and witness. The darkness is lifted from Rita's eyes just as Salvo decides against his violent instincts to spare her life. From then on both haunted by their brief encounter attempt to navigate their dangerous next steps side by side. Winner... of the 2013 Critics Week Grand Prix prize at Cannes and nominated for the BFI London Film Festival Sutherland Award for first feature SALVO brings a renewed sensory suspense to the mafia movie with sublime cinematography and evocative soundscape. The film marks the stylishly energetic directorial debut from Fabio Grassadonia and Antonio Piazza. Special Features: Short Film 'Rita' Interview with Directors and Cast [show more]
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Italian mafioso hitman drama starring Saleh Bakri. Mob boss Randisi (Mario Pupella)'s trusty hitman Salvo (Bakri) is sent to dispose of a powerful rival after an unsuccessful ambush. During the job he discovers a blind woman (Sara Serraiocco) and is reluctant to take her out as collateral damage. He feels his only option is to kidnap her and keep her in his custody to prevent her giving evidence against him. But what he doesn't realise is that this sudden change of heart on the job will lead to a wider assessment of the way he conducts his life.
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