Luzzu

Name: Luzzu
Genre: Drama
Released: 2021-10-15
Duration: 1 h 34 min
Cast: Jesmark Scicluna, Michela Farrugia, David Scicluna, Frida Cauchi, Uday K Maclean

2021·Movie

·1h 34min·

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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension5
Fast Pace4
Adrenaline3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

Pathos8
Melancholy7
Family Dynamics7

Humor

Serious throughout

Wit & Wordplay2
Cringe Humor2
Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, class and money, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality7
Novelty6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

Acting8
Character Depth8
Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography

Cinematography8
Visual Stylization7
Editing6

Energy

Low

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Luzzu is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare1Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family.

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All heart traits

Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.

Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.

Related traits

Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

None

Serious throughout

Expect almost no humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.

Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, class and money, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around everyday modern life, class and money, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.

Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

High

Standout performances and characters

The performances and characters stand out.

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All craft traits

Acting8Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Educational7Informative and instructive.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

Medium

Standout cinematography

Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.

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All style traits

Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

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About

Jesmark, a struggling fisherman on the island of Malta, is forced to turn his back on generations of tradition and risk everything by entering the world of black market fishing to provide for his girlfriend and newborn baby.

Maltese Fishing IndustrySocial RealismStruggling FishermanBlack MarketFamily DramaEconomic HardshipMediterranean SettingContemporary Issues

Actors

Jesmark Scicluna

Jesmark

Michela Farrugia

Denise

David Scicluna

David

Frida Cauchi

Carmen

Uday K Maclean

Uday

Marta Vella

Mary Grace

Anthony Ellul

Inspector

Yuric Allison

Kevin

Angie Balzan

Party Guest

Paul Cilia

Van Owner

Crew

Directed by:

Alex Camilleri

Written by:

Alex Camilleri

Produced by:

Alex Camilleri, Simon Sansone, Ramin Bahrani

Composed by:

Jon Natchez, Robert Bonello, Blake Jessee

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Where can I stream Luzzu legally?

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Luzzu is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Luzzu worth watching?

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.