
Indro - L'uomo che scriveva sull'acqua
2016

Representation Score
Limited
2016
Director
Matteo Zoppis, Alessio Rigo de Righi
Runtime
70 minutes
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Il solengo is a specialized documentary that prioritizes a mythic atmosphere over contemporary identity-based representation. It uses the figure of a hermit to explore philosophical inquiries rather than social demographics. The film's narrative structure disrupts conventional social expectations by elevating radical isolation. However, it remains traditional in its gender and racial composition, reflecting the specific geographic and historical context of rural Italy. Ultimately, the work deconstructs societal norms through a singular, mythic lens rather than a diverse ensemble.
Category Breakdown
The film focuses on the solitary life of a male hermit and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
The film centers entirely on a male protagonist named Mario de Marcella and lacks any women's ability to drive the story or subversion of traditional gender roles.
Set in rural landscapes near Rome, the film reflects a homogeneous European setting and does not feature a diverse cast or race-bent casting.
The film critiques Western communal institutions by focusing on a hermit, suggesting a rejection of social and religious conformity.
The protagonist faces physical hardships, but there is no specific portrayal of neurodivergence or physical disability as a central narrative driver.
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Official Synopsis
A documentary about the story of Mario de Marcella, a hermit that lived in the woods near Rome. He was called by hunters "Il Solengo" because that's how they call the lone boar that is cut off from the rest of the pack.

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