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Bomorrah is a story on the modern day mafia in Italy. Roberto Saviano , the writer, is under 24hr protectoin from the mob, after this movie hit a little too close with the mafia.

The Scoop

“Gomorra” is a contemporary Neapolitan mob drama that exposes Italy’s criminal underbelly by telling five stories of individuals who think they can make their own compact with Camorra, the area’s Mafia.

The award winning film doesn’t have a lot of buzz about its release, but it should. The film is a brilliant look at organized crime, and how it affects modern day Italians and Italy.

Release Date

February 13th 2009 on a limited release. You’ll have to look hard to find it, but you’ll be glad you did.

Reminds me of

The Godfather, Donnie Brasko

Interesting Fact

• Italy’s Official Submission to the Best Foreign Language Film Category of the 81st Annual Academy Awards (2009).
• Roberto Saviano got death threats from the Camorra for exposing their activities in the novel and movie, and is now permanently under police protection.

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Official Site and Trailer

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