Здравствуй, ночь (2003)

"Buongiorno, notte" (Good morning, night) is a unique and thought-provoking film directed by Marco Bellocchio and released in 2003. The original title reflects the film's focus on the events surrounding the kidnapping and murder of Italian politician Aldo Moro in 1978, which took place in the early hours of the morning. However, the film is less about the crime itself than it is about the volatile political climate in Italy at the time and the complex motivations of the kidnappers. The film follows a young woman named Chiara, a member of the Red Brigades terrorist group responsible for the kidnapping, as she takes part in the preparations and eventual execution of the crime. As the days pass and the group's demands are not met, Chiara begins to question her commitment to the cause and her loyalty to her group. At the same time, the government and police forces are portrayed as ruthless and uncompromising in their pursuit of the kidnappers, creating a sense of anxiety and desperation that permeates the film. What makes "Buongiorno, notte" so unique is its nuanced and sympathetic portrayal of the kidnappers, who are often demonized and vilified in the media and popular culture. Bellocchio allows the audience to see the human faces behind the masks, to understand the complex web of political, social, and personal factors that led these individuals to take such drastic and violent actions. The result is a complex and haunting meditation on the nature of political violence and the pursuit of justice in a society torn apart by conflict and dissent.