Fireworks (2023) | Rotten Tomatoes (2024)

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June 1982, Sicily. While Italians dream of winning the World Cup, two adolescents dream of living their love story without fear. Gianni 17, is bullied because of his hom*osexuality but his life changes when he meets by accident Nino 16, a captivating and innocent boy. The profound friendship they develop will without embarrassment turn into love, as they start working together for Nino’s father, shooting fireworks. When their bond is discovered by their families, the consequences are as violent as the times and mores are conservative. The two teenagers are separated by force but ready to challenge everything and everyone, convinced their love can defeat death. Read More Read Less

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Adam Mullins-Khatib

Chicago Reader

Fireworks, more than anything, is earnest. Its story is tumultuous, yet Fiorello manages to steer his debut on a touching trajectory.

Jan 26, 2024

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Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

Fireworks has the look and feel of inevitable sadness and a collective call for an end to LGBTQ hatred.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 24, 2024

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James Wegg

JWR

I'm not going anywhere.

Rated: 4.5/5

Feb 1, 2024

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Bobby LePire

Film Threat

Fireworks is an endearing but tragic film. The direction is spot-on, and the sundrenched cinematography is stunning. Every actor delivers, and the ending will move everyone watching.

Rated: 10/10

Jan 26, 2024

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Rich Cline

Shadows on the Wall

Expanding on true-life events, filmmaker Giuseppe Fiorello takes his time building this world with an attention to detail, creating complex characters and situations that speak to a specific time and place while also resonating strongly today.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jan 23, 2024

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John Paul King

Washington Blade

Fiorello’s evocative movie is a sense of beauty, of victory claimed rather than thwarted. The filmmaker honors the memories of his characters’ real-world inspirations by celebrating the love they found instead of lamenting the fate that befell them.

Jan 22, 2024

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Brad B I thought this film was great. Loved the depictions of Sicily and life in 1980. Great acting from the two leads. 5 out of 5 Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/07/24 Full Review Tom D Although it is slow at the beginning and a bit long at 2 hours and 14 minutes, I still recommend it. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 04/21/24 Full Review Uttkarsh B With a big heart, tremendous talent, and stunning direction. this film was an absolute gut punch that I loved. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/01/24 Full Review Peter G Great movie up until the end. Read the background to prepare yourself for that last few seconds. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/23/24 Full Review Andre_58_Hockey A wonderful film, beautifully acted and a must watch. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/11/24 Full Review Ty N The screenplay is based on real events, though the names and circ*mstances have been fictionalized. The lead actors are charming, delivering performances that project optimism despite fearsome cultural pushback. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/17/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Beppe Fiorello Director Samuele Segreto Gianni Accordino Simona Malato Lina Enrico Roccaforte Franco Simone Raffaele Cordiano Totò Antonio De Matteo Alfredo

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Synopsis June 1982, Sicily. While Italians dream of winning the World Cup, two adolescents dream of living their love story without fear. Gianni 17, is bullied because of his hom*osexuality but his life changes when he meets by accident Nino 16, a captivating and innocent boy. The profound friendship they develop will without embarrassment turn into love, as they start working together for Nino’s father, shooting fireworks. When their bond is discovered by their families, the consequences are as violent as the times and mores are conservative. The two teenagers are separated by force but ready to challenge everything and everyone, convinced their love can defeat death.

Director: Beppe Fiorello
Distributor: Cinephobia Releasing
Production Co: Fenix Entertainment
Genre: Drama, Romance, LGBTQ+
Original Language: Italian
Release Date (DVD): Jan 16, 2024
Runtime: 2h 14m