Salvo

This Italian-French drama thriller follows Salvo, a cold and ruthless Sicilian Mafia hitman. During a mission to kill a member of a rival gang, Salvo encounters Rita, the victim's visually impaired sister. Instead of eliminating the witness, Salvo decides to spare her life. The two form an unexpected bond while attempting to navigate the dangers of the criminal underworld that continues to pursue them.

The film was co-directed by Antonio Piazza and Fabio Grassadonia, who also wrote the screenplay. It represents the first collaboration between the two directors, followed by their 2024 work, Sicilian Letters. The movie stars Saleh Bakri in the title role alongside Sara Serraiocco as Rita. The supporting cast includes Mario Pupella, Giuditta Perriera, Luigi Lo Cascio, and Redouane Behache.

The production was a joint effort between several companies, including ARTE France Cinéma and Cité Films. In terms of reception, the film holds a 6.1 rating on IMDb based on 1,400 votes and a 5.8 rating on TMDB from 44 votes. Film critics provided a rating of 5.8 based on 24 reviews, which aligns closely with the audience score on TMDB.