La vita oscena

La vita oscena

2014 · 85 min · ★ 4.0 · Drama

The tragic coming-of-age story of a boy who takes his experiences to the point of seeking death, only to be reborn. His favourite poet chose death, but he finds the strength to survive and tell about his “obscene life”.

Directed by Renato De Maria · Written by Aldo Nove

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