Madame Luna

Based on real events, this drama follows an Eritrean refugee who arrives on the shores of Libya and eventually rises to become a prominent human smuggler with connections to the Italian Mafia. After fleeing to Italy, she is forced to face the harsh conditions previously endured by those she exploited. While attempting to avoid legal consequences and recognition, she develops a strong connection with a younger woman who reminds her of her own past.

The film was directed by Daniel Espinosa, following his previous work on projects such as Morbius and Life. It features Meninet Abraha Teferi in the lead role as Almaz, also known as Madame Luna, alongside Hilyam Weldemichael, Claudia Potenza, Emanuele Vicorito, and Luca Massaro. The screenplay was written by Suha Arraf and Maurizio Braucci. This international production involved companies from several countries, including Germany, Denmark, Italy, Luxembourg, the United States, France, and Sweden. The movie has a runtime of 110 minutes and was released on July 18, 2024.