In the early 20th century, the Ughetto family in North Italy dreams of a fresh start abroad. Luigi Ughetto's journey to France transforms their fate. The film, a fictional dialogue with Cesira, the director's late grandmother, pays homage to Italian migrants' courage — a poetic tribute to their universal experience. Driven by bitter poverty, Alain Ughetto's grandparents seek work in France and Switzerland. In a captivating 70-minute stop-motion animation, their poignant story unfolds. Sugar cubes become bricks, and toy tanks roll through landscapes. Poetic storytelling eases the impact, bearing witness to the warmth within the Ughetto family despite hardships. Through Cesira and Luigi's enduring love, Ughetto celebrates humanity's resilience. The film sheds light on the fate of labor nomads and the dehumanizing treatment of migrants. NO DOGS OR ITALIANS ALLOWED powerfully portrays the Ughetto family's odyssey, a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the broader struggles faced by migrants, all within a captivating narrative underlining the strength of family bonds. This powerful film delves into a pivotal era, spanning the late 19th century to the 1960s, addressing historical events such as the Libyan War, World War I, and the family's pursuit of a better life amid political turmoil. Crafted with meticulous stop-motion animation, the film showcases Ughetto's dedication, blending live-action and animation to tell a story that transcends borders and resonates universally.
Animation, Drama
1h 10min
16+
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In the early 20th century, the Ughetto family in North Italy dreams of a fresh start abroad. Luigi Ughetto's journey to France transforms their fate. The film, a fictional dialogue with Cesira, the director's late grandmother, pays homage to Italian migrants' courage — a poetic tribute to their universal experience.
Driven by bitter poverty, Alain Ughetto's grandparents seek work in France and Switzerland. In a captivating 70-minute stop-motion animation, their poignant story unfolds. Sugar cubes become bricks, and toy tanks roll through landscapes. Poetic storytelling eases the impact, bearing witness to the warmth within the Ughetto family despite hardships.
Through Cesira and Luigi's enduring love, Ughetto celebrates humanity's resilience. The film sheds light on the fate of labor nomads and the dehumanizing treatment of migrants. NO DOGS OR ITALIANS ALLOWED powerfully portrays the Ughetto family's odyssey, a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the broader struggles faced by migrants, all within a captivating narrative underlining the strength of family bonds.
This powerful film delves into a pivotal era, spanning the late 19th century to the 1960s, addressing historical events such as the Libyan War, World War I, and the family's pursuit of a better life amid political turmoil. Crafted with meticulous stop-motion animation, the film showcases Ughetto's dedication, blending live-action and animation to tell a story that transcends borders and resonates universally.