
An Italian referee demoted and exiled to the remote island of Sardinia finds out what it takes to handle a real match
Directed by Paolo Zucca, L'arbitro leans on a strong ensemble — Luca Pusceddu, Giorgio Franco Zucca, Alessandro Biolla — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2009.
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In this satire inspired by Nikolai Gogol’s The Government Inspector (aka The Inspector General) and transported to fascist era Italy, the (supposed) incognito visit of a Roman fascist official to a tiny country town shakes deeply the ruling class and their lack of integrity.
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