Marina (2013)
Marina is a 2013 Dutch-language romance movie directed by Stijn Coninx, with a running time of 2h 3m. It stars Matteo Simoni, Luigi Lo Cascio and Donatella Finocchiaro.
Italy, 1948. Young Rocco is growing up in Calabria, until one day his father Salvatore decides to leave to Belgium, where he strives to earn a lot of money by working in coal mines. Very soon he sends for his family. Rocco becomes a migrant overnight, with all the consequences this entails. Rocco wants to be like other youngsters, become someone and have a purpose in life. Against his father’s wish and better judgment he seeks an escape through music and love.
Quick answers
What is Marina about?
Italy, 1948. Young Rocco is growing up in Calabria, until one day his father Salvatore decides to leave to Belgium, where he strives to earn a lot of money by working in coal mines. Very soon he sends for his family. Rocco becomes a migrant overnight, with all the consequences this entails. Rocco wants to be like other youngsters, become someone and have a purpose in life. Against his father’s wish and better judgment he seeks an escape through music and love.
When was Marina released?
Marina was released on 6 November 2013.
How long is Marina?
Marina runs 2h 3m.
Who made Marina?
Marina was directed by Stijn Coninx.
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Cast
- Matteo Simoni as Rocco
- Luigi Lo Cascio as Salvatore
- Donatella Finocchiaro as Ida
- Evelien Bosmans as Helena
- Maité Redal as Wanda
- Cristiaan Campagna as Young Rocco
- Federica Marinò as Young Wanda
- Marte Bosmans as Young Helena
- Mattias Van de Vijver as Renaat
- Landerik Boie as Young Renaat
- Chris van den Durpel as Tony Bruno
- Warre Borgmans as Mister Somers