The Burden of Flesh

Two hearts meet, but an invisible wall stands between them. With determination and tenderness, love finds its voice.

A young woman returns to her hometown for a brief stay, a journey that will lead her to confront her past. The homecoming becomes an opportunity to reprocess memories tied to her parents, a family marked by atypical and complex dynamics. Now an adult, the protagonist finally grasps the depth of her parents' choices, shedding new light on aspects of her childhood that once eluded her.

At the gates of Cava de' Tirreni, three young people: Ugo, Diana, and Alberta are looking for a bed and breakfast to stay in. They are welcomed by Giselda, the owner, who is surrounded by an aura of enigma. Giselda invites the young people to dinner at her house, and after some hesitation, they decide to accept, but the evening will be spicier than they think.

Layla, a symbolic embodiment of Palestine, recounts her life in an intimate monologue, recalling the days of peace and beauty before the occupation. Despite everything, Layla displays an indomitable spirit of resistance and a hope for a future in which her land will once again be free and whole. In the end, just as in real life, the stronger party violates Layla, but she continues to rise again to tell her story anew

Two young people find themselves in a place surrounded by nature, where everything seems suspended and every gesture brings back an intimacy built up over time. Between light-hearted conversations and meaningful silences, the sound of water accompanies their words, while the boundary between reality and memory becomes increasingly blurred. An encounter that oscillates between what has been and what remains, leaving an echo in the air that is difficult to grasp.

Blinded by jealousy and pain over his partner's betrayal, a young man kills her lover, convinced that he has restored his honour. But the crime brings no relief: only fear and the weight of a guilt he cannot handle.

Imma is looking for a fake Neapolitan boyfriend to introduce to her mother, but she meets Omar, an Egyptian guy.

A young aspiring actress has an argument with her father on the phone just before recording a self-tape. Later, as she begins to perform her part, she struggles to concentrate and can’t stop thinking about her father’s hurtful words.

Angela has a big revelation to make and will have to accept life's compromises.

Natura West (Marco Buti) is the owner and manager of the ranch that bears his name. One of the partners (Ilario Pascale) - apparent perhaps to a crime family - however, acts as if he is the boss of the ranch. Natura is a bored, wise and lonely fellow may seem almost subdued when, however, he decides that enough is enough: he tells Mr. Armando - perhaps a small-me boss who regulates the various riding stables in the area - his inten ons, rediscovers his true essence and reacts.

Nanà, a slightly eccentric girl, spends her time investigating myths and unsolved cases in her town. One day, she discovers a symbol in the newspaper: a hand making the sign of the horns, and decides to follow the trail of the witch of the “ciorta,” who brings good or bad luck. Marking each discovery in her red notebook, she notices that she is being followed.

Marco and Francesca are two thieves who have planned a heist to steal a precious object: the statue of the Goddess of Fortune. The two find themselves in trouble when they are tracked down by criminals who own this rare item.

A young writer finds herself faced with a choice: to continue writing according to other people's expectations or to finally unleash her true artistic nature. In a tense confrontation with herself, she will finally make her choice.

Kadiyam Babji is an ageing man angry with the way society functions. He decides the best payback is to kidnap some high-profile people. But NIA officer Ira is hot on his heels.

Francesca Brabaut, who married an artist against her father's advice, regrets her decision when her husband Antoine, in debt, sends her to his misanthropic uncle to plead for money.

Kabayan undergoes a long journey to get his soul mate, Nyi Iteung, since Abah, the latter’s father, does not agree to have a son-in-law from the village. Kabayan has to go to the city to find his luck, assisted by his friend, Joni Kemod and his master, Nora Nori. Now, Kabayan, as a city person, is coming home to propose to Nyi Iteung. The film ends with Abah's acceptance of Kabayan for what he is.

Roberta is a young girl who cares for her ailing mother. When her mother dies, she is forced to live with her irresponsible father and his wicked girlfriend.

The story of the efforts of the military commanders of the Singosari Kingdom to prevent the influx of Khubilai Khan’s forces from Mongolia. Five well known warriors, Larang Jagad (Baron Hermanto), Banggokantera (Atin Martino), Kuda Merta (Luthi Tambayong), Galigo (Jack Maland) and Rangga Sakti, who are collectively known as the Five Tigers, or Lima Harimau Nusantara, are called in to help. They go to battle against Penyebar Racun (Risma Salmon), Jubah Merah (Arthur Kaunang) and Kodok Salju (Jabol Mora). The Five Tigers are so powerful that Khubilai Khan’s forces are beaten back and return to their homeland in defeat.

A young couple, Rodrigo and Aimé, who love each other deeply and possess everything to achieve full happiness, are hit by fate: She suffers an accident and becomes paralyzed.