by InTrieste
In the hot race for cinematic glory, Matteo Garrone’s migration-themed masterpiece, “Io Capitano,” has thrown its hat into the ring for an Oscar nod. The acclaimed Italian film, chronicling the harrowing journey of two Senegalese youths from Dakar to Italy, has already secured a spot as a Golden Globe contender, as announced by organizers on Monday.
Garrone, a distinguished director, has skillfully brought the real-life tale to the silver screen, earning Io Capitano the prestigious distinction of representing Italy in the Best International Film category at the upcoming Oscars in spring. The anticipation builds as the Golden Globe Awards, set for January 7, draw near, where the film will be competing in the fiercely contested Best Film – non-English language category.
Starring the talented duo Moustapha Fall and Seydou Sarr, the film faces formidable competition, including Anatomy of a Fall, Society of Snow, Fallen Leaves, The Zone of Interest, and Past Lives. The stakes are high, and the journey is as perilous as the one depicted in the film.
The Italian-language gem made its grand debut at the Venice Film Festival in September, where Garrone clinched the Best Director accolade, Sarr earned the title of Best Young Star, and Claudia Cravotta was recognized as the Best Production Director. With a trail of critical acclaim and accolades behind it, Io Capitano is now eyeing the next milestones on its path to cinematic glory, with the Golden Globes and Oscars in its crosshairs.
