This film will also be screened on August 9, 2024 at 6:30 PM at the Leonardo da Vinci Centre.
TLN Original, directed by Montreal native Anthony Sarracco
Le Ciociare delves deep into a shadowed chapter of World War II, illuminating the harrowing experiences of Italian women who endured brutal violations at the hands of the Goumiers soldiers following the Battle of Cassino. Through intimate testimonies of the last surviving victims, archival footage, and expert analysis, this powerful documentary seeks to give voice to the silent sufferers of history, revealing the heartbreaking paradox of liberation that came at an unthinkable personal cost. The story underscores the complex tapestry of war, where liberators can also be oppressors, and heroes may hide dark secrets.
Runtime : 83 minutes
In Italian, subtitles in English
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