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The Ferrywoman (1986)
Director: Amedeo Fago
Cast: Alessandro Haber, Teresa Ann Savoy, Paolo Rossi, Philippe Leroy
Runtime90 min
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Giulì is a traveling puppeteer who meets Viola, a young ferrywoman who transports passengers on a raft. Giulì's desire is to have a child, so he builds one out of wood. One morning, in place of the puppet , he finds a child of flesh and blood.
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The Ferrywoman is a 1986 Italian drama film directed by Amedeo Fago that received a mixed critical reception. While the film's fantastical premise of a puppeteer who finds a child in place of his wooden creation has intrigued some viewers, the overall response from critics and the general public has been relatively limited, with no significant awards recognition to date.
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With its dreamlike blend of drama and magical realism, Amedeo Fago's 1986 film 'The Ferrywoman' offers a unique and thoughtful exploration of themes like desire, parenthood, and the nature of creation. Anchored by compelling performances from Alessandro Haber and Teresa Ann Savoy, the film's poetic visual style and contemplative narrative will particularly appeal to fans of introspective, character-driven dramas.