
Islands of Fire
Directed by Vittorio De Seta
Produced by Reportfilm, Vittorio De Seta
A lyrical documentary capturing the raw power and danger of volcanic nature against the resilience of human and animal life on Stromboli's shores.
The first light of dawn. The sound of a boat and the screech of birds fill the wide expanse of sea. Black rocks emerge from the water, the “sciara” – the volcanic scoria – of Stromboli, the underwater sulfurous emanations, the layers of reddish rock eroded by the sea. The roar of the volcano can be heard, the flames and the liquid lava are thrown skyward. As nature unleashes itself, the fishermen row toward the shore, the sheep stray and the women return home.
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Does Islands of Fire end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Islands of Fire easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is Islands of Fire violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Islands of Fire scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Islands of Fire sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Islands of Fire
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Islands of Fire
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Islands of Fire, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Islands of Fire, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Islands of Fire, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































