La città proibita (2025)

La città proibita is an action-packed Italian film directed by Gabriele Mainetti, scheduled for release in 2025. Set in the dark and treacherous backstreets of Rome, the story follows two unlikely companions as they navigate the criminal underworld in search of their missing loved ones.

The narrative centers around Marcello, played by Enrico Borello, the son of a struggling restaurant owner who vanishes after falling deep into debt. His path crosses with Mei, portrayed by Yaxi Liu, a determined foreign girl searching for her missing sister. Forced to rely on each other, they face danger from ruthless crime lords and powerful figures lurking in the shadows of the Eternal City.

The cast includes well-known Italian actors such as Sabrina Ferilli as Lorella, a pivotal character who holds crucial information about their loved ones’ fates. Marco Giallini plays Annibale, a menacing figure within the Roman underworld, while Luca Zingaretti brings intensity to the role of Alfredo. Shanshan Chunyu appears as Mr. Wang, a character with hidden connections, and Paolo Buglioni portrays a menacing enforcer named Gorilla.

Written by Stefano Bises, Gabriele Mainetti, and Davide Serino, La città proibita blends personal drama with high-stakes action. It tells a story of loyalty, betrayal, and survival in a city where trust is scarce and danger is constant. The film promises thrilling sequences, compelling characters, and a gritty portrayal of Rome’s criminal underbelly.

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