Plot

In a dystopian near-future, the once-thriving city of Taranto in southern Italy has been transformed into a lawless territory. A perimeter of barbed wire, imposing and impenetrable, encircles the city, making it a virtual island cut off from the outside world. The authorities have abandoned all hope of restoring order, and the police are powerless to intervene. As a result, the poor and vulnerable are left to fend for themselves in a desperate struggle for survival. They eke out a meager existence on the margins of society, forced to rely on the black market and illegal activities just to stay alive. The gangs that have risen to power in this void prey upon the weak, exploiting their desperation and fear. In the midst of this chaos, Mondocane becomes the focal point of a desperate struggle for redemption and hope. This gritty drama delves into the lives of those who are forced to navigate the treacherous landscape of Taranto, as they confront the harsh realities of poverty, violence, and exploitation.

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