Overview
75-year-old Giuseppe De Metrio has spent 30 years in Geneva, as foreign worker for the Broyer company. Upon retirement, he returned to Puglia, Italy, where his family had continued to live. His only grandchild, 7-year-old Carla, is blind. The whole family looks forward hopefully to the day when Carla's sight can be restored by means of a cornea transplantation. After a heart attack, Giuseppe decides to wait no longer and returns to Switzerland to ask his former boss Mr. Broyer for the money necessary for the operation, as an old promise binds the two men. Intended as a 48-hour trip, Giuseppe and Carla's visit in Switzerland becomes a journey that both grandfather and granddaughter never dreamt of...
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Azzurro?
Azzurro was directed by Denis Rabaglia.
What was the budget and revenue for Azzurro?
The official budget was $3,100,000 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was Azzurro produced?
It was produced by companies including Alhena Films, C-Films, Gam Films, RSI, RAI Cinema in France, Italy, Switzerland.
Azzurro Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Azzurro wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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