Finally Dawn

Set in 1950s Rome, this drama follows a young woman who is about to get engaged. Before her commitment, she visits the Cinecittà studios to audition for a minor role. This spontaneous decision leads to an intense, extended night where she explores the world of cinema and undergoes a process of self-discovery and maturation.

The film was written and directed by Saverio Costanzo, following his previous work, Hungry Hearts. The production was a joint effort between Italy and the United States, involving companies such as RAI Cinema and FilmNation Entertainment. The cast features Lily James in the lead role of Josephine Esperanto, alongside Rebecca Antonaci, Joe Keery, Rachel Sennott, Alba Rohrwacher, and Willem Dafoe.

With a budget of 31 million USD, the movie has received a moderate reception from viewers. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 5.8/10 based on 990 votes, while on TMDB, it has a slightly higher score of 6.1/10 from 75 votes.