Marina
2013
Italy, 1948. Young Rocco is growing up in Calabria, until one day his father Salvatore decides to leave to Belgium, where he strives to earn a lot of money by working in coal mines. Very soon he sends for his family. Rocco becomes a migrant overnight, with all the consequences this entails. Rocco wants to be like other youngsters, become someone and have a purpose in life. Against his father’s wish and better judgment he seeks an escape through music and love.
Director:
Stijn Coninx
Writers:
Stijn Coninx, Rik D'Hiet
Awards:
12 wins & 6 nominations
Production:
Stijn Coninx
Country:
Belgium, Italy
