La stanza del figlio
The Son's Room
2001
Directed by Nanni Moretti
With only 14 films left, there may be some gaps in postings now as I struggle to secure the remaining titles. I have a couple more I am saving to watch for one reason or another, but after that, I'll have to do some fancy footwork to see the rest of the List. But for now, let's focus on another heartbreaking film: The Son's Room.
The story focuses on a grieving family after the death of their son, Andrea. The father, Giovanni, is a therapist and finds it increasingly difficult to analyze his patients. The mother, Paola, does her best to cope with her agonizing pain, and their daughter, Irene, takes it out on the ref of her basketball games. One day, Paola receives a love letter intended for Andrea, and the family struggles to deal with this fresh complication.
Well, that was emotionally devastating as it was intended to be. It was moving to experience a family's grief. The father, in particular, broke my heart, as in many ways he blamed himself for what happened. It was also accompanied by a beautiful score that complemented the quiet performances very well.
Of course, a movie I wouldn't recommend, but a very effective and graceful film. And I loved the Brian Eno allusion.
RATING: ****-
Interesting Facts:
Last film directed by Nanni Moretti where he also plays the main character.
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