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Release Date:
Friday, February 23, 2024 Limited
Plot: What's the story about?
Narrates the epic journey of a teenage boy and his cousin as they decide to leave Dakar in Senegal for the promise of Europe. Throughout this compelling odyssey, the young man confronts a myriad of challenges, from the harsh realities of the desert to the harrowing experiences in Libyan detention centers and the risks of the open sea.
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Who stars in Io Capitano: Cast List
Who's making Io Capitano: Crew List
A look at the Io Capitano behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Matteo Garrone last directed Pinocchio and Dogman. The film's writer Matteo Garrone last wrote Dogman.
Director
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Producers
Paolo Del BroccoMatteo Garrone
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Production: What we know about Io Capitano?
Key Facts
- Filmed over a span of 13 weeks in Senegal, Italy, and Morocco, with a cast of non-professional actors.
- Nominated for Best Picture, Non English Language at the 2024 Golden Globes.
- Official Selection at the 80th Venice Film Festival; Official Selection at the San Sebastian Film Festival; Official Selection at the 2024 AFI Fest
- Italy's submission and shortlisted for Best International Film at the 96th Academy Awards
Filming Timeline
- 2024 - January: The film was set to Completed status.
Io Capitano Release Date: When was the film released?
Io Capitano was a Limited release in 2024 on Friday, February 23, 2024. There were 17 other movies released on the same date, including Ordinary Angels, Drive-Away Dolls and Parallel.
As a Limited release, Io Capitano will only be shown in select movie theaters across major markets. Please check Fandango and Atom Tickets to see if the film is playing in your area.