"In the Name of Luca"

Genre: Drama, Family, Mystery

Logline:
Amidst love, loss, and redemption, a family battles the haunting shadow of a loved one's incarceration, uncovering buried truths and seeking justice in the face of tragedy.

Synopsis:
Marco is on the brink of a new chapter as he marries his beloved Elena. Yet, beneath the joy lies the absence of his older brother Luca, whose life took a tragic turn due to imprisonment. A flashback reveals Marco’s promise to care for Sara, Luca’s wife, and their daughter Anna, as Luca is led away by the authorities.

The film navigates through the complex emotions of the family, with Luca holding onto hope to reunite with his daughter. His heartfelt promise during a prison visitation highlights his longing to return home. However, a sudden and shocking twist unfolds when Luca’s life ends under mysterious circumstances. The family is plunged into grief, with Marco determined to uncover the truth about his brother’s death.

As Marco and Elena delve into the prison system’s dark secrets, they encounter corruption, betrayal, and danger. The film portrays the power of familial bonds, the resilience of love, and the pursuit of justice, set against the backdrop of an emotional journey through loss and healing.

Themes:

The strength of family in the face of adversity
The complexities of guilt, redemption, and forgiveness
The pursuit of justice against systemic corruption
Tone:
The film is a poignant blend of tender family moments, suspenseful revelations, and an overarching sense of hope, culminating in a heart-wrenching yet uplifting exploration of human resilience and love.