Noi Soli (2018)
An Italian short film about grief, memory, and the love between a mother and son that almost went unspoken.
Noi Soli - Movie Information
- Original Title: Noi Soli
- Release Year: 2018
- Directed by: Francesco Alessandro Cogliati
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama
- Runtime: 25m
- Original Language: Italian
- Spoken Languages: Italian
- Production Countries: Italy
- Alternative Titles: Biz Yalnız (TR), Us Alone (US)
Noi Soli - Plot
A son loves his mother, because her hands were the first to welcome him. At her funeral, he steals the hearse and drives away. During the journey, the boy reminds the last weekend they spent together. Agnese takes care but doesn't love, she's lost in her thoughts and doesn't let anyone get closer, not even Giulio. Two days to understand each other, two days to love each other, and to leave in the end.
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Noi Soli - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Francesco Alessandro Cogliati
Main Cast
- Fabrizia Sacchi
- Luigi Fedele
Writers
- Francesco Alessandro Cogliati
Producers
- Francesco Alessandro Cogliati
- Luigi Cogliati
- Giovanni Sosso
- Federica Sosso
Noi Soli - FAQs
What is Noi Soli about?
Noi Soli follows Giulio, a young man who steals the hearse carrying his mother's coffin after her funeral. As he drives, he revisits the last weekend they spent together — two days marked by emotional distance, quiet longing, and a love that struggled to find its voice before it was too late.
Who are the main actors in Noi Soli?
Fabrizia Sacchi and Luigi Fedele lead the cast. Sacchi plays Agnese, a mother who cares for her son but keeps an emotional distance, while Fedele portrays Giulio, the son trying to break through her walls during their final weekend together.
Why does Giulio steal the hearse in Noi Soli?
Giulio's act of stealing the hearse is a raw, impulsive expression of grief and unfinished love. Unable to let go, he takes control of the one thing he can — the journey — mirroring the emotional journey he takes through his memories of their last weekend together.
Who directed Noi Soli?
Francesco Alessandro Cogliati directed Noi Soli. He also wrote the screenplay, edited the film alongside Margherita Freyrie, and served as one of its producers — making this a deeply personal, hands-on creative project from start to finish.
How long is Noi Soli?
Noi Soli runs for 25 minutes, making it a short film. Despite its brief runtime, it packs an emotionally resonant story about grief, memory, and the complicated bond between a mother and her son into every scene.
What language is Noi Soli in?
Noi Soli is entirely in Italian. It is an Italian production, and the film's language is central to its intimate, naturalistic tone. The title itself translates to "Us Alone" in English, which perfectly captures the emotional core of the story.
What are similar films to Noi Soli?
If Noi Soli moved you, you might also enjoy Memoir of a Snail (2024), Sometimes I Think About Dying (2024), Scrapper (2023), and We Live in Time (2024). For short films with a similar emotional register, Mr. Hat (2024) and My Brother Juan (2019) are worth exploring.
Who wrote and composed the music for Noi Soli?
Francesco Alessandro Cogliati wrote the screenplay for Noi Soli, bringing a singular creative vision to the project. The film's score was composed by Marco Monti, whose music underscores the tender, melancholic atmosphere that runs throughout this story of grief and remembrance.
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