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It Was the Son (2012)
The Ciraulo family lives in the miserable district of Palermo called "Zen". When one of their children dies in a shootout between mafia gangsters they receive compensation and buy a luxury black Volvo. Things go wrong when Trancredi, another son, takes the car out and damages the car door.
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It Was the Son works because it combines Playful, witty, easy to ride. Best for a reset, low-friction watch, and a mood lift. The audience signal is solid enough to trust the ride.
Mood fit
Best for a reset, low-friction watch, and a mood lift.
Who it is for
Great for friends, solo late-night watching, and people who like clues.
Tone
Playful, witty, easy to ride
Pacing
Lean, efficient, easy to commit to.
Why Cinento recommends it
Cinento recommends It Was the Son because it scores well for Best for a reset, low-friction watch, and a mood lift. It also balances Playful, witty, easy to ride.
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Who should watch It Was the Son?
Great for friends, solo late-night watching, and people who like clues.
What kind of tone does It Was the Son have?
Playful, witty, easy to ride Lean, efficient, easy to commit to.