It's a fascinating story if only the storytelling was more effective.
It's a rarity to learn the unusual story of a smart engineer who builds a platform in international waters, claims it a micro nation and attracts international attention for his audacity. But the story ends in a whimper like an almost forgotten footnote in Italian history. We learn that Giorgio Rosa dies 48 years after the Italian government destroyed it. One significant aftermath though is that nations agree to extend a country's territorial waters 12 nautical miles from the coast, from 6 miles previously.
The tone of the film is light with comedic touches here and there even though the subject matter is serious. It doesn't convey the tension specially when the Italian government takes serious notice of Rose Island.
Giorgio Rosa, as portrayed by Eli Gernado, lacks the gravitas in fighting for his island. The focus is more on the love story between him and Gabriella.
At any rate, the movie reminds us that Rose Island was once a reality even if only for a short time. Because of this story, the contours of territorial integrity has changed.
It's a rarity to learn the unusual story of a smart engineer who builds a platform in international waters, claims it a micro nation and attracts international attention for his audacity. But the story ends in a whimper like an almost forgotten footnote in Italian history. We learn that Giorgio Rosa dies 48 years after the Italian government destroyed it. One significant aftermath though is that nations agree to extend a country's territorial waters 12 nautical miles from the coast, from 6 miles previously.
The tone of the film is light with comedic touches here and there even though the subject matter is serious. It doesn't convey the tension specially when the Italian government takes serious notice of Rose Island.
Giorgio Rosa, as portrayed by Eli Gernado, lacks the gravitas in fighting for his island. The focus is more on the love story between him and Gabriella.
At any rate, the movie reminds us that Rose Island was once a reality even if only for a short time. Because of this story, the contours of territorial integrity has changed.