My Home, in Libya
Originally released in 2018. My Home, in Libya is a documentary film. directed by Martina Melilli. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Martina Melilli, Mahmoud, and Antonio Melilli
Synopsis
Filming in her grandparents’ home near Padova in Italy, the director identifies a map of places belonging to their past. Antonio was born in Libya when it was an Italian colony, and he lived in Tripoli where he married Narcisa. They were suddenly forced to leave the country in 1970 just after Gaddafi’s coup. With the help of a young Libyan contacted on social media, Martina collects images of her grandparents’ “hometown” today. As they exchange pictures and chats, their relationship grows, the web allowing them to slowly overcome the physical and cultural boundaries that separate their lives, bringing the audience into a world the media has no access to.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 3, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 6m
66 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- RAI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Home, in Libya about?
Filming in her grandparents’ home near Padova in Italy, the director identifies a map of places belonging to their past. Antonio was born in Libya when it was an Italian colony, and he lived in T...
Who directed My Home, in Libya?
My Home, in Libya was directed by Martina Melilli.
How long is My Home, in Libya?
My Home, in Libya has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).
When was My Home, in Libya released?
My Home, in Libya was released on August 3, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in My Home, in Libya?
The main cast of My Home, in Libya includes Martina Melilli, Mahmoud, Antonio Melilli, Narcisa Bertipagila.