It Was Yesterday

About This Movie

It Was Yesterday, a 2016 drama-romance set in Southern Italy, stands out with its raw exploration of youth and identity. The pacing is deliberately slow, allowing the viewer to soak in the sun-drenched landscape and the weight of Giò's secret feelings for Paola. There's a palpable tension as Giò navigates her role as the leader of a boys' gang while grappling with her emerging sexuality. The performances are nuanced, particularly from the young actress portraying Giò, who captures that fragile balance between bravado and vulnerability. The film's atmosphere is thick with the bittersweet melancholy of summer's end, leaving you with a sense of nostalgia and introspection that lingers long after the credits roll.

Focus on youth and identityNuanced performance from lead actressAtmospheric setting enhances theme