I was excited at the prospect in watching the Italian film Gomorra (2008), as every single review seemed to rave about this violent, mafia story set amongst the underclass of Naples, but I was terribly disappointed by the whole thing.
Ok, the story of the "lower levels" in Mafia life (grubby drug addict thugs) does seem a long way from the stereotypes seen in the Godfather which is refreshing, and the energy of the film does mirror the innovative Cidade de Deus (City of God) but generally I found the documentary style of Gomorra and the lack of empathy or even interest in the characters and their lives somewhat distancing.
If an audience is unable to engage with the people they see on the screen, well then you might as well walk out and buy yourself a coffee!
6/10
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