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Siena, Tuscany. Every year in June, 100.000 people gather on the Piazza del Campo to watch IL PALIO, the colourful, nerve-wracking and spectacular horse race. The 11 town districts compete yearly to win the honour and respect for their district; each area held together by its residents' common emotions and devotions.
The Last Victory follows the passionate struggle of the small town district of Civetta as for months they prepare for the race. From Egidio, the 92-year old sage, to young Paolo who grooms the horse, to Il Capitano, responsible for the politics and financial strategy to win or otherwise to make the enemy lose. They have not won since 1979 so there is a lot at stake.
The culminating tension to the grand day makes this verite film a natural, dramatic and moving story of the residents hopes, personal convictions and craving for good fortune. It reflects on the different layers of Italian society: its traditions, religion, politics, bribes and above all its high emotions! |
