Long Live the Bride

About This Movie

Long Live the Bride presents a gritty, raw take on modern life in Rome, where the beauty of the city clashes sharply with its darker underbelly. Nicola, the protagonist, is portrayed with a haunting authenticity as he navigates a world filled with drifters and petty crime. The pacing is deliberately slow, enhancing the sense of dread and inevitability in Nicola's spiral. There’s a palpable tension that hangs in the air, amplified by the impressive use of practical effects that ground the film in reality. The performances, especially Nicola's, evoke a sense of desperation and longing. It's a film that lingers in your mind, challenging the viewer to ponder the cost of survival in a city that seems to devour its own.

Explores themes of despair and survival. · Realistic portrayal of urban life. · Significant for its atmosphere and character depth.