Captain Corelli’s Mandolin
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Captain Corelli’s Mandolin

When a fisherman leaves to fight with the Greek army during World War II, his fiancée falls in love with the local Italian commander.
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Captain Corelli's Mandolin is a 2001 war drama film set during the Second World War. The story takes place in 1941 on a Greek island that has been invaded and occupied by Italian forces. Captain Antonio Corelli, an Italian officer, is stationed on the island as part of an artillery garrison.

Captain Corelli adopts a different approach than his fellow officers, embracing the island's culture and forming relationships with the locals. He engages in activities like music festivals and falls in love with Pelagia, the daughter of a local doctor. Their relationship develops despite the challenges posed by the war.

However, in 1943, Italy surrenders to the Allies and changes sides in the war. Captain Corelli faces a moral dilemma as he is now forced to defend the Greek island against a German invasion. The film delves into the complexities of war, exploring themes of love, loss, and the power of music to bridge divides.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin is a moving and visually stunning film that depicts the conflicts and challenges faced by its characters during this turbulent time in history. It showcases the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love in the face of adversity.

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Captain Corelli's Mandolin

Release Date:

17 Aug 2001

Writers:

Shawn Slovo, Louis de Bernières

Awards:

2 wins & 6 nominations

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