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film-review3 years ago•4 min saved

"Venice Film Festival Kicks Off with 'Comandante': A Tribute to Italian Heroism in WWII Submarine Film"

"Comandante" is an Italian film set during World War II, following Salvatore Todaro, a submarine commander in the Italian Royal Navy. Unlike typical military macho characters, Salvatore is a tough yet romantic warrior with a poetic heart. The film tells a true story but takes a subdued and anecdotal approach, focusing on Salvatore's diary-like thoughts. As the crew faces challenges and encounters a Belgian merchant ship, Salvatore's humanity shines through as he saves the stranded soldiers, breaking military rules. While the film carries a humanitarian message, it lacks a sharper and more focused storyline, making it less exciting for international audiences.

via Variety|

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international-affairs3 years ago•2 min saved

Russian Submarine Commander Assassinated During Morning Run

Russian submarine commander Stanislav Rzhitsky was shot dead by a gunman while on a morning run in Krasnodar. Rzhitsky was also the commander of a Russian Black Sea Fleet submarine that was accused of launching a missile attack on the Ukrainian city of Vinnytsia in July 2022, resulting in the deaths of 23 civilians. The attack was condemned by the UN and EU, who called for accountability.

via Al Jazeera English|

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