Io Capitano

Io Capitano

Directed by Matteo Garrone

Produced by Archimede, RAI Cinema

2023121 min7.8 / 10

A harrowing yet humanistic journey through the perils of migration, anchored by the deep bond between two young friends pursuing an uncertain dream.

Longing for a brighter future, two Senegalese teenagers embark on a journey from West Africa to Italy. However, between their dreams and reality lies a labyrinth of checkpoints, the Sahara Desert, and the vast waters of the Mediterranean.

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Questions people ask

  • Is Io Capitano sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.

  • Is Io Capitano scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.

  • Does Io Capitano end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Io Capitano violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Io Capitano easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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76/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Distinctly its own thing.

Rarity66

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise68

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love95

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Io Capitano

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Io Capitano

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Io Capitano, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Io Capitano, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Io Capitano, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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