Il camionista

Riccardo is a truck driver in his late fifties who illegally transports immigrants on his long journeys for a criminal organization. The organization entrusts him with Maisha, an African girl, for a few days, and she immediately establishes a good relationship with Riccardo's family, who has a ten-year-old daughter. When the organization demands that he return Maisha, he faces a difficult decision.

Directed by Lucio Gaudino, Il camionista leans on a strong ensemble — Giorgio Tirabassi, Simona Borioni, Elena Cotta — 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 drama titles of 2016.