Luzzu

Ottawa Premiere!

A man risks everything to provide for his wife and newborn son by entering Malta’s black-market fishing industry. Malti with English subtitles.

Sundance Film Festival: World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award: Acting award winner for Jesmark Scicluna, and Grand Jury Prize: World Cinema nominee!
Sofia International Film Festival: Young Jury Award: Best Film award winner, and Grand Prix: International Competition nominee!
Skip City International D-Cinema Festival: Grand Prize: Feature Film award winner!
Molodist International Film Festival: Special Jury Diploma award winner, and Best Feature Film nominee!

“a moving portrait of a world in flux, and one man attempting to survive the changes thrust upon him by a baffling outside world.” (RogerEbert.com)

“the story does a fascinating job of exploring some very real-world issues…a moving, gripping and often-heartbreakingly real tale.” (Coming Soon)

“a touching parable…is a slender, rather bleak but tough, rough-cut little jewel that deserves your time and attention.” (Cinevue)

“Scicluna has terrific presence on-screen” (Shadows On The Wall)

*The management kindly asks for all patrons to arrive 20-30 minutes before the movie starts. Since our space and seating capacity is limited, early arrival will help prevent last-minute overcrowding and give patrons enough room for proper physical distancing. We appreciate your cooperation.